March 11, 2022
Getting Ready for HealthChoices Expansion
With the announcement from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) that the re-procurement of the HealthChoices program is set to go live on July 1, 2022, Health Partners Plans (HPP) has been working hard to get ready. We are excited to expand our award-winning Medical Assistance program across the Commonwealth.
HPP has worked with many of you for over 30 years. For others, we are in the early stages of our relationship. Together, we will continue serving the needs of our communities in the Southeast Zone and helping to improve our mutual members’ overall health. Everyone at HPP is committed to building on our partnerships and improving health outcomes for all Pennsylvanians.
HPP has an incredible and unique passion for our mission, which is to build healthier lives and stronger communities. We cannot accomplish that mission without the full support and alignment of our provider partners.
You will be hearing more from our team leading up to the expansion implementation and beyond. We encourage you to visit www.hpplans.com/providers for more information regarding HPP’s programs, orientation webinars, reference materials and more.
Important Dates
- April 18 – 29: Eligible members will receive notification from DHS regarding the open enrollment period.
- May 1 – June 21: Open enrollment period for all eligible members
- Members currently assigned to a MCO who will remain in their zone will be made aware of enrollment, but are not required to take any action if they choose to remain with their current MCO.
- Members currently assigned to a MCO who will no longer offer a plan in their zone will be made aware of enrollment period and will be required to select a new MCO. Any member who does not select a new MCO by June 21 will be auto-assigned to a MCO.
We appreciate your continued support in managing the needs of our members.