Treatment record reviews demonstrate quality of care

Accurate documentation supports quality care. Each year, Magellan conducts treatment record reviews to assess clinical documentation and identify opportunities for continuous improvement across our...

Texas providers: Billing targeted case management

Behavioral health targeted case management (TCM) supports Dell Children’s Health Plan members with complex needs by coordinating services across systems of care. Because TCM is time-based and...

Go to Availity Essentials for claims and more

With Magellan's Claims Courier set to retire in the coming weeks, Availity Essentials' simplified claims functions could be just what you need. (Plus, Availity Essentials gives you access to claims...

Magellan appointed chief medical officer in September

“Throughout my career as a psychiatrist, I have been committed to improving care practices that help people live healthier, more fulfilling lives,” said Steven E. Pratt, M.D.

Using psychotherapy add-on codes

Help reduce claim denials, ensure appropriate reimbursement, and support compliance when you use accurate documentation and billing of psychotherapy add-on codes with Evaluation & Management (E/M)...

Billing Q3014 for telehealth

Q3014 represents the telehealth originating site facility fee. It may be billed only by the eligible facility where the member is physically located during the telehealth visit.

4 ways to support patients with substance use disorders

Timely follow-up care for substance use disorders enhances outcomes. Effective follow-up care is critical for improving outcomes for patients diagnosed with substance use disorders (SUDs)....

Patient safety depends on coordinating care

Each year, Magellan conducts a patient safety survey with our network providers who serve members of commercial health plans. If you completed our patient safety survey in 2025, thank you for...

Why measurement-informed care matters

"Am I making a difference with my clients?" Many clinicians often wonder. When progress is difficult to see, frustration, self-doubt, and burnout can follow — especially in work that involves...

Early Childhood Supports and Services program launched

Magellan of Louisiana has worked closely with the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) to implement the Early Childhood Supports and Services (ECSS) program, which provides vital support for young...

Health symposium on crisis stabilization and justice-involved care

On Dec. 5, 2025, Magellan hosted a half-day behavioral health symposium, “Cross-System Approaches to Crisis Stabilization & Justice-Involved Care,” at Lehigh-Valley – Muhlenberg Hospital, part of...

Do you specialize in MAT for depression?

Do you specialize in medication-assisted treatment for depression? Let us know! New specialty supports members with treatment-resistant depression If you specialize in medication-assisted treatment...

HAI-CA earns full NCQA accreditation

Human Affairs International of California earns full accreditation from NCQA Recognized for Commercial, Exchange, Medicaid and Medicare As shared in a recent Magellan press release, Human Affairs...

You have access to EAP forms online

You have access to EAP forms online As a clinician, you focus on providing the best care possible to those you serve. Magellan’s goal is to support you by making the essential tools and care...

California handbook supplement now online for 2025

The California provider handbook supplement and related appendices are now online on Magellan’s* provider website. In California, Magellan currently manages benefits for members of the following...

Updated PA HealthChoices supplement online

The updated Pennsylvania HealthChoices supplement (PDF) is available online at MagellanProvider.com. Contracted providers must follow the policies and procedures outlined in handbook supplements as...

Podcast features in-depth conversation with RCPA president

A new episode of Magellan Behavioral Health of Pennsylvania’s Behavioral Health Matters podcast is now available! In this episode (#7), host John Lees, Magellan’s member and family advocate for...

Updated WY CME supplement online

The updated Wyoming supplement (PDF) is available online at MagellanProvider.com. Contracted providers must follow the policies and procedures outlined in handbook supplements as well as those in...

Provider Town Hall recording from Dec. 17 now available

Provider Town Hall recording from Dec. 17 now available Magellan Behavioral Health of Pennsylvania wishes to thank everyone who participated in our most recent virtual Provider Town Hall on Dec....

Reporting self-audits in the Pennsylvania HealthChoices program

Reporting self-audits in the Pennsylvania HealthChoices program The feature article “Routine Self-Audits: A Guide for Providers” applies in the Pennsylvania HealthChoices program, except for how...