Medicaid implementation/Member enrollment reminder
Sep. 2022Important Notices
Please be aware that questions regarding PA Medicaid enrollment and eligibility are addressed by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) and cannot be answered directly by UPMC Health Plan Provider Services.
If you are a provider receiving patient inquiries regarding Medicaid plan enrollment or MCO plan changes, please direct these Medicaid-covered individuals to the following resources:
If you are a provider receiving patient inquiries regarding Medicaid plan enrollment or MCO plan changes, please direct these Medicaid-covered individuals to the following resources:
- Pennsylvania enrollment site
- Toll-free number: 1-800-440-3989
TTY: 1-800-618-4225
Hours of operation: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Recent Announcements
Voluntary nationwide recall: Ocaliva (Intercept – September)
Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is voluntarily withdrawing Ocaliva® (obeticholic acid) from the market. Ocaliva is used to treat a rare liver disease called primary biliary cholangitis (PBC).Oct. 2025Pharmacy Updates
HelpScript service helps patients enroll in manufacturer copay assistance programs
End-to-end provider support helps ensure a smooth submission processOct. 2025Important Notices
Important announcement – Telehealth submissions
As of October 1, 2025, UPMC Health Plan continues to accept the submission of telehealth claims. Providers may conduct telehealth visits for UPMC Health Plan members in all UPMC Insurance products. UPMC Insurance products include UPMC Advantage group and individual products, UPMC for Life Medicare Advantage plans, UPMC for Kids CHIP plans, UPMC Community HealthChoices, and UPMC for You Medical Assistance plans.Sep. 2025Important Notices