Archive for March 2017
Where in the world is the Annual Full Replacement COB File notice?
For the past handful of years, CMS has published a Health Plan Management System (HPMS) notice reminding plans of the release of the Annual Full Replacement COB file. Usually, the files are released between 3/20 – 4/14. CMS is a bit behind but plans should expect this notice be distributed via HPMS soon. In our…
Read MoreCody launches CodyPrint® Translation Services
Service allows health plans to easily create English and Spanish member materials in parallel TAMPA, Fla. (March 28, 2017) — Adding to its already extensive list of tools and services for health plan marketing departments, Cody has launched CodyPrint® Translation Services to help create member marketing materials – including Annual Notice of Coverage (ANOC), Evidence…
Read MoreBest Practices for Language beyond the CMS Model Language
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) templates for the Annual Notice of Changes (ANOC) and Evidence of Coverage (EOC) contain extensive model language that is required and must be used by every insurer. However, there are also numerous places in these documents where health plans have latitude and flexibility to use their own…
Read MoreMadena February 2017 Monthly Newsletter
Madena News Corner Madena co-sponsored the Healthcare Education Associate’s (HEA) MA Accounting & Reconciliation 101 Boot Camp in Nashville, TN on January 30-31st. The conference was a great success with many health care organizations getting into the weeds and sharing their secret sauce. Special thanks to all the attendees who actively participated in discussions and…
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