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1. ProviderOneClient Services Cardhttp://hrsa.dshs.wa.gov/ProviderOne/Clients.htm Good morning everyone and welcome to the webinar this morning. With me today is Megan Davis and Barb Hansen and they will be answering as many of the questions as possible today during our webinar and if we have time at the end of the webinar, we値l respond to your questions as well. If we are unable to answer all of your questions during the webinar today, I値l gather the questions and provide you answers and we値l create a Q&A to publish for you to reference as needed.
Thank you again for patience as we being a little later than expected. Given that we were delayed, I知 confident that we値l be able to successfully complete the webinar covering the topic in its entirety.
During our webinar today, the telephones will be muted. Good morning everyone and welcome to the webinar this morning. With me today is Megan Davis and Barb Hansen and they will be answering as many of the questions as possible today during our webinar and if we have time at the end of the webinar, we値l respond to your questions as well. If we are unable to answer all of your questions during the webinar today, I値l gather the questions and provide you answers and we値l create a Q&A to publish for you to reference as needed.
Thank you again for patience as we being a little later than expected. Given that we were delayed, I知 confident that we値l be able to successfully complete the webinar covering the topic in its entirety.
During our webinar today, the telephones will be muted.
2. 2 Review the new permanent Services Card and some features of the card
Provide details about phasing out the MAID
Overview of Client Readiness Materials
Frequently Asked Questions
Today痴 webinar will highlight the new permanent Services Card.
I値l also share some additional information and details on phasing out the MAID.
We致e developed all sorts of materials for Client Readiness and I値l talk more about the materials that are available to you, to staff, clients, and pretty much anyone who wants information about ProviderOne and the new permanent Services Cards.Today痴 webinar will highlight the new permanent Services Card.
I値l also share some additional information and details on phasing out the MAID.
We致e developed all sorts of materials for Client Readiness and I値l talk more about the materials that are available to you, to staff, clients, and pretty much anyone who wants information about ProviderOne and the new permanent Services Cards.
3. 3 Services Card - Front
Client name
ProviderOne Client ID#
Date the card is issued
This is the Services Card that will replace the MAID.This is the Services Card that will replace the MAID.
4. 4 Services Card - Back
Provider Website
Magnetic strip
Instructs clients to keep and present card
Customer Service telephone numbers
Key point for Providers
Reminder to providers to always verify identity and eligibility
5. 5 Services Card- Key Points Services Card(s) are FREE
There is no cost to clients for the Services Card
Doesn稚 replace EBT or Managed Care Cards
The cards are plastic, resemble other insurance cards and follows industry standard
The Services Card is permanent
One card will be issued per eligible household member
Clients will retain cards even if temporarily ineligible
Protects client privacy no personal information
Can be quickly replaced if lost, stolen, or destroyed
6. 6 Magnetic strip allows providers to use magnetic card readers to access eligibility data
http://hrsa.dshs.wa.gov/providerone/Providers/Fact%20Sheets/FactSheets.htm choose #4
Services Card will not display eligibility details
Client痴 name, ProviderOne Client ID, & issue date
Eligibility is verified by accessing ProviderOne
Confirm eligibility each time Providers deliver services
Services Card helpful - but not necessary
One of many ways to access eligibility information
Services Card Features
7. 7 Services Card Providers can check to verify clients eligibility without the Services Card
ProviderOne Client ID number
Full Name and Date of Birth
Full Name and Social Security Number
Social Security Number and Date of Birth
To replace a lost, stolen, or destroyed Services Card, clients will call :
1-800-562-3022 or 1-800-848-5429 (TTY/TDD) to request a replacement card
Replacement cards will not occur until after 5/19 when the ProviderOne system is implemented.Replacement cards will not occur until after 5/19 when the ProviderOne system is implemented.
8. 8 Phasing Out the MAID Initial distribution to all current clients
Staggered mailing by region beginning in April
Spokane/Northeast : 4/13 Other Eastern WA points: 4/19
Northwestern WA: 4/23 King County: 4/28
Pierce County: 5/3 Olympic Peninsula & SW WA: 5/7
More than a million Services Cards will be distributed state-wide
April is the final month ACES will issue MAID
Clients should wait until at least May 20, 2010, to call about a missing card.
Clients bring both their MAID and Services Card to their appointments.
9. Services Card issuance Initial issuance begins April 13th
A second card mailing will begin on May 10th and will include all eligible clients from March 27th onward
Services Cards will be issued and mailed daily
7-10 days mailing time
Clients call MACSC @ 1-800-562-3022 for free replacement cards
Services Cards cannot be tracked until May 10th when ProviderOne system is available 9
10. 10 Outreach - Key Education Points All Audiences
Services Card does not guarantee eligibility; lack of a card does not mean clients are ineligible
Services Card is free and does not replace EBT card or Managed Care Plan card (if applicable)
Services Card will be issued to each eligible member in a household
When a client has both a Services Card and a MAID, they should take both cards to appointments. Once they no longer have a MAID, they should just use their Services Card.
DSHS Medicaid eligibility rules used to determine eligibility are not changing because of the Services Card
Providers
Lots of options for verifying eligibility including option for magnetic card reader
Must bill with the ProviderOne Client ID rather than the Personal Identification Code (PIC); otherwise claims will be denied
Clients may be eligible regardless of the presence of a MAID or Services Card
Eligibility information will be near real time and more comprehensive (includes Spend-Down)
11. 11 Goals of Client Readiness Raise awareness of new Services Cards
Prepare staff, providers, and advocacy groups to help clients transition to the new Services Card
Anticipate delivery of Services Card
Recognize the Services Card when it arrives
Understand who will receive a Services Card
Clients understand how to use the Services Card
Know when to begin using the card
Keep the card - even if temporarily ineligible for services
Have card handy when making appointments
Understand importance of carrying and keeping card
Know what to do if card is lost, stolen or destroyed
Know how to access care without Services Card
12. 12 Client Readiness materials September MAID insert
April MAID insert
Services Card Posters
FAQs, Fact Sheets, & Talking Points
Brochures
Services Card
New clients
13. 13 Client Readiness Outreach Listserv
External Newsletters
Presentations
Staff
Advocates & Community Based Organizations
Services Card Live Webinars
Refresher presentations start in April
Services Card Video Brochure
Available in April
Listserv email updates to more than 400 subscribers
External Newsletter articles have been published in Children痴 Foster Parent newsletters
Presentations to various administrations, staff meetings, & Advocate/CBO meetings began in 2008 and continue. (WCOMO, First Friday Forums, SHIBA Conference)
Client Advisory Group these folks continue to help with educating clients about the Services cards. The group consist of staff and reps from various administrations, Foster Parents, clients, Providers.
Webinars currently in process and will begin the month prior to go-live. Refreshers about the cards.
Services Card Video Brochure underdevelopment currently and anticipate available one month prior to go-live. Here痴 a view at the final draft of the video brochure.
Listserv email updates to more than 400 subscribers
External Newsletter articles have been published in Children痴 Foster Parent newsletters
Presentations to various administrations, staff meetings, & Advocate/CBO meetings began in 2008 and continue. (WCOMO, First Friday Forums, SHIBA Conference)
Client Advisory Group these folks continue to help with educating clients about the Services cards. The group consist of staff and reps from various administrations, Foster Parents, clients, Providers.
Webinars currently in process and will begin the month prior to go-live. Refreshers about the cards.
Services Card Video Brochure underdevelopment currently and anticipate available one month prior to go-live. Here痴 a view at the final draft of the video brochure.
14. Frequently Asked Questions Q: Will staff in the local office be able to issue replacement cards?
A: No. Anyone needing a replacement Services Card must call 1-800-562-3022.
Q: When will the last MAID (medical coupon) be issued?
A: April was the last month of the paper medical coupons. There will be no MAIDs issued in May.
Q: Will a client痴 ProviderOne Client ID number ever change?
A: No. The ProviderOne Client ID number will always be the same.
Q: Will QMB recipients receive a Services Card?
A: Yes. This is a Medicare Savings Program and a Services Card will be issued to eligible individuals.
Q: Will the Services Card contain any Managed Care information?
A: No. The new permanent Services Card will only contain the client痴 name, ProviderOne Client ID number and the date the card is issued.
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15. Frequently Asked Questions Q: How will providers verify if the patient/client has other insurance?
A: Details of other insurance (i.e. HMO, Medicare) will be available in ProviderOne. Clients that have HMO will have a Managed Care card from their plan.
Q: If a client/patient comes to an appointment w/o their Services Card, how will be verify their eligibility?
A: The provider will be able to access ProviderOne to verify patient/client eligibility with any combination of their name, social security number, & date of birth.
Q: Will Take Charge/Family Planning eligible clients receive a Services Card?
A: Yes. Eligible clients who receive benefits from this program will receive a Services Card.
Q: What other options are available to check client eligibility?
A: Client eligibility can be verified in WAMEDWEB and via the IVR at
1-800-565-3022
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16. Frequently Asked Questions Q: Do we use the PIC or ProviderOne Client ID to bill claims?
A: When you submit claims, you must use the ProviderOne Client ID and not the PIC #. The PIC # should no longer be used, only the ProviderOne Client ID number regardless of the dates of service.
Q: Are the new Services Cards free?
A: Yes. Services Cards are free and clients will not be contacted by the department or asked for any personal information to replace a lost, stolen or destroyed card.
Q: Will ProviderOne have a history to look up retro eligibility?
A: Yes. ProviderOne will have a four year history to look up and verify retro eligibility.
Q: What if an individual shows for their appointment without their Services Card?
A: Eligibility can be verified without the Services Card. Any combination of the patient痴/client痴 Name, DOB, or SSN will verify eligibility. 16
17. 17 For more information, and to download or request Client Readiness materials, visit the ProviderOne Client Web site.http://hrsa.dshs.wa.gov/ProviderOne/Clients.htmFor more information about Provider Organizations and to download Provider Readiness materials, visit the Provider website. http://hrsa.dshs.wa.gov/providerone/providers.htm