The constantly changing learning environment combined with the uncertainties of COVID-19 resulted in higher levels of anxiety for both children and adolescents. To help support pediatric patients who may be fearful of returning to school after the difficult pandemic year, watch the latest Well Moment webinar, “COVID-19’s Impact on Anxiety in the School Setting.”

Recently, the network held a moderated discussion on Annual Wellness Visits (AWVs) and Medical Risk Adjustment (MRA) coding, using the VHANtage Point discussion forum. Get the 5 key takeaways members shared during this important discussion.

VHAN is pleased to recognize members who are participating in the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services Primary Care First payment model (PCF).

On a recent episode of VHAN’s miniVHAN Mondays podcast, Dr. Ernie Buchanan of Upper Cumberland Family Physicians (UCFP) and network Regional Medical Director for Cookeville, TN, talked about UCFP’s challenges as a rural practice, and why they rely on VHAN’s support as a clinically integrated network.

A new UnitedHealthcare policy intended to cut down on emergency department (ED) visits and costs faced such a backlash from providers and policymakers that it has been withdrawn—at least for now.

Now that we’ve hit the halfway point of 2021, there is no better time to check in and evaluate how your practice is performing on your quality goals. To confirm you’re getting an accurate understanding of your practice’s performance, it’s critical that you are prioritizing proper coding and documentation.

Women’s Group of Franklin was an early adopter of streamlined referral processes that better align primary and specialty care services with the ultimate goal of improving the patient experience.

In the midst of a global pandemic that caused school and business closures, and added emotional and economic stress for many Americans, many of your patients are facing unprecedented mental health concerns. Learn more about the robust behavioral health support VHAN offers to members and patients.

VHAN is excited to welcome new members to the network, including Family Faith Wellness Clinic, Advanced Food and Ankle Centers, and The Children’s Clinic of Nashville.