Fair-skinned people face a ~3% lifetime risk of #melanoma. It’s treatable if caught early, but can be fatal if it spreads. Protect yourself by wearing #sunscreen and limiting #UV exposure. Use this tool to find safe options: bit.ly/44pvOG5 #UVAwarenessMonth

ICYMI: In June, CCPN held a webinar on behavioral health value-based care through ACNC & Healthy Blue. Eligible behavioral health providers can request the recording + slides from their CCPN provider relations representative. #ValueBasedCare #BehavioralHealth #CCPN

Please join us in welcoming 11 new practices to CCPN! These teams are united by their love for their communities and patients. We're proud to have them in the network. Interested in joining CCPN? Please contact [email protected]. #PrimaryCare #CCPN

Congratulations to Southern Regional AHEC, which led the state in cervical cancer screening for 2024. Their success is based on a multiyear, team-driven approach using data analysis, patient outreach, and strong leadership. #CervicalCancerAwareness #CCPN

Culture and race shape mental health in powerful ways. This BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month, learn more about the unique experiences of communities of color and the barriers they face in this guide from @MentalHealthAM bit.ly/45k2tNx

Preparing for the Children and Families Specialty Plan launch? Tune in to the July 31 Back Porch Chat at noon for key updates and a Healthy Opportunities Pilot briefing. Find the registration link in the latest newsletter.

The new #Medicaid capitation rate for care management is $10.86 per member per month, effective July 1. CCPN is helping practices earn $15M in quality bonuses by easing the cost burden of care management and analytics. Learn more: bit.ly/3TMO6uJ

The Nuts About Quality celebration continues! Winners like Johnston County Public Health Department have been getting their Harry & David packages and lunch funds. We'll keep celebrating the awesome work being done by member practices across #NC. #NutsAboutQuality

CCNC was recognized with a national Champions award by Amazon Web Services and the Centers for Digital Govt and Education. AWS transformation improved processing speed by a factor of five, reduced data storage footprint, and cut resolution time on data issues by over 50 percent.

Join us for the next Community Care CONNECTED monthly group meeting on Thursday, Aug. 7 at 12:15 p.m. Registration links were sent out with the newsletter. Interested in joining CCPN? Contact [email protected]

"I don’t need a Medicare annual wellness visit, I had an in-home health assessment.” Providers, you’ve likely heard this from patients before. The truth is, these visits aren’t the same. Here’s a quick look at why both matter. #MedicareAwareness #AnnualWellnessVisit

The Telehealth Infrastructure Grant Program is now open for applications until Aug. 11 via @NCDHHS and NC Office of Rural Health. Up to $250K per rural provider for equipment, broadband, training, & more. More here: ccnc.care/44LSvV

#HealthyBlue is hosting in-person conferences across #NC to help providers deliver better care for children & families in the child welfare system. 🗓️ First event: Aug. 12, Durham Blue Cross NC Campus 🔗 Register: bit.ly/47cmas2 #MedicaidNC

Vaccines have saved an estimated 146 million lives in children under 5 – yet hesitancy persists. This JAMA article shares five strategies to help clinicians address concerns and build vaccine confidence: wb.md/4510Vbe #NationalImmunizationMonth

#UnshameNC is a new campaign from NCDHHS + First Lady Anna Stein to reduce stigma around substance use disorder and promote evidence-based treatment. Explore stories or get help: bit.ly/41vBts5

This National Immunization Awareness Month, lead with empathy, clarity, and consistency in vaccine conversations with families. Helpful flyers and fact sheets from NCDHHS are available to support patient visits: bit.ly/4okzOzH #VaccineEducation #PatientTrust

School's in session! Make sure your kids are up to date on all vaccines; timely shots keep children healthy & in school. Free #vaccines available for eligible families via the NCDHHS Vaccines for Children program: bit.ly/45kr6de #PublicHealth #NCHealth

Our focus is simple: deliver care where and when it can do the most good. With 800-plus care managers across #NC, we help patients follow care plans, manage chronic conditions, and connect with resources, improving outcomes and lowering costs. More: bit.ly/45AEXuS

Raleigh-area practices: Join @UnitedHealthcare on Wed, Aug. 27 for an in-person Medicaid Mobile Service Center & provider listening session. Two, 1-hour sessions will cover online tools, billing, pre-authorization & more. Details in our newsletter. #Medicaid #RaleighNC

#RuralHealth Providers: The NC Telehealth Infrastructure Grant Program deadline is now 8/31. Providers can receive up to $250K for equipment, broadband, training, and patient-side support. Apply on the NCDHHS site: bit.ly/44Z3TNB #Telehealth