Notices, News, and Updates
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April 2026
Supporting Members Through PCP Attribution Updates
To help members stay connected to the providers they see most often, we recently updated Primary Care Provider (PCP) assignments for individuals whose claims and visit history show they regularly receive care from a different PCP than the one listed on their ID card.
April 2026
Glycemic Status Assessment: Supporting Proactive Diabetes Care
Annual A1C testing helps catch uncontrolled diabetes early, guide treatment, and prevent avoidable complications. Timely testing and follow-up can improve outcomes for members and support quality performance.
April 2026
Reduce Preventable Cardiovascular Events with Timely Statin Therapy
Statin therapy can significantly reduce cardiovascular risk for eligible members with diabetes. Reviewing care gaps, starting appropriate treatment, and supporting adherence can make a meaningful impact on outcomes.
April 2026
Ensure Patients Can Reach You When They Need You
Keeping your provider directory information up to date helps patients connect with your office and supports timely access to care. Please review your practice details in the provider portal to ensure everything is accurate.
April 2026
Health Outcomes Survey – What You Need to Know
The Health Outcomes Survey helps capture how members are doing physically, mentally, and in daily life. Encouraging members to complete the survey can help ensure their health status and care experience are accurately reflected.
April 2026
Strengthening Depression Screening and Follow‑Up to Improve Member Outcomes
Annual depression screening and timely follow-up support whole-person health and help connect members to needed care. Accurate coding and documentation are essential for care coordination and behavioral health support.
February 2026
New Part D Measures Supporting Safe Medication Use
Two new CMS-approved Part D measures aim to reduce high-risk medication combinations and improve outcomes for Medicare members. See how VNS Health is proactively partnering with providers to support safe prescribing and medication management.
February 2026
Helping Patients Document Their Care Wishes: Advanced Care Directives
Advance care planning conversations play a critical role in aligning care with patients’ goals. Explore practical ways providers can support these discussions, submit completed directives, and understand related coding considerations.
February 2026
2026 Diagnoses Coding Tip Sheet for Quick Reference
The 2026 Coding Tip Sheet provides guidance for services rendered during the 2026 calendar year. To support accurate and compliant coding, providers are encouraged to use this resource as a quick-reference tool. Designed to help navigate the nuances of medical coding, the tip sheet serves as both a directional guide and a practical aid for everyday documentation.
January 2026
VNS Health and iCircle Join to Strengthen Long-Term Care Across Western New York
January 26, 2026 — VNS Health and iCircle, two nonprofit organizations deeply rooted in serving New Yorkers across the state, are coming together to make long-term care more accessible and supportive for individuals across Western, Central, and the Southern Tier of New York. Both organizations are fully committed to a smooth transition that accounts for each […]