IMPORTANT NOTICE: End of COVID-19 PHE
Mar. 2023Important Notices
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Biden Administration has announced that the COVID-19 PHE is expected to end on May 11, 2023. Some benefits or flexibilities made available during the PHE will expire on that date. UPMC Health Plan will update this Appendix A with more information about expiring benefits prior to the end of the PHE.
Recent Announcements
Important information regarding Medicare GLP-1 Bridge through CMS
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is expanding access to certain GLP-1 medications through the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge short-term demonstration starting July 1, 2026.Jun. 2026Important Notices
CME/CEU Webinar: Bright Beginnings: The Role of Medical and Dental Providers in Early Oral Health
Please join us for a live, CME-accredited and CEU-accredited webinar on Monday, Aug. 24 from noon to 1 p.m., that will educate providers on the importance of early childhood oral health.Jun. 2026Education/Webinars
Provider OnLine Multi-Factor Authentication Enhancements coming soon
Microsoft changes and security enhancements will soon require Provider OnLine users to complete multi-factor authentication (MFA) each time they log in to access the portal. MFA is a security feature that adds an extra layer of protection by requiring more than just a password. This MFA requirement is expected to take effect on June 25, 2026.Jun. 2026Important Notices