New requirements for physician extenders
Feb. 2022Important Notices
Effective Jan. 7, 2022, Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has changed the PROMISe ID requirements for physician extenders. CRNPs and physician assistants (PAs) are now required to register with PA DHS to render, refer, order or prescribe services for UPMC for You, UPMC Community HealthChoices, and UPMC for Kids members. Once implemented, UPMC Health Plan will follow DHS claim denial guidelines for nonregistered CRNPs and PAs. For further information or to enroll, please visit PA DHS online or call the UPMC Health Plan Provider Services team at 1-866-918-1595.
Recent Announcements
CME Webinar: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s ‘Talk Saves Lives’ Program
Please join us on Tuesday, April 28, from noon to 1 p.m. for “Talk Saves Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention.” This live, CME-accredited webinar is the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s flagship suicide prevention education program. It covers the scope of this leading cause of death, warning signs and risk factors for suicide, and strategies to prevent it.Feb. 2026Education/Webinars
Training Webinar: Conversio Health COPD Management Program
Please join us for a live training webinar by UPMC Health Plan that will provide an overview of a comprehensive COPD management program from Conversio Health.Jan. 2026Education/Webinars
Provider Directory Updates and Required Attestation
As you know, UPMC Health Plan requires all providers to verify their provider directory information at least every 90 days (quarterly).Jan. 2026Important Notices