White paper shows breakthrough in pediatric outcomes

  Magellan's team-based approach fosters clinical partnerships and provides tools to support physicians who treat children with mild to moderate behavioral health conditions.

Podcast: Preventing suicide in schools

Episode 11 of the Behavioral Health Matters podcast is live! Host Jim Lees, Magellan’s member and family advocate for Lehigh and Northampton counties, sat down with Jim Presto, co-chair of the...

Building stronger systems together

Highlights from Magellan’s third Collaborative Connections Conference In June, Magellan of Wyoming’s High Fidelity Wraparound providers came together for the third annual Collaborative Connections...

Magellan's toolkit for primary care providers wins

We’re thrilled to share the news of the following industry award we received this year. Digital Health Award Gold: Behavioral health toolkit for primary care providers About the toolkit Magellan's...

California handbook supplement now online for 2026

The California provider handbook supplement and related appendices are now online on Magellan’s* provider website. Contracted providers must follow the policies and procedures outlined in handbook...

Treatment record reviews finish strong

The Human Affairs International of California (HAI-CA)* care management center recently completed collating the results of its annual member treatment record review, which included clinical...

Timely follow-up appointments help patient outcomes

Key dates to know when scheduling FUH, FUM, and FUA appointments at year's end You’re likely already aware that meeting HEDIS standards* can help providers align their practices with evidence-based...

Texas facilities: Requesting an in-lieu of service

Magellan* authorizes intensive outpatient program (IOP), partial hospitalization program (PHP), coordinated specialty care (CSC), and institution of mental disease (IMD) services as an in-lieu-of...

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...

New podcast episodes are here

John Lees, Magellan’s member and family advocate for Lehigh and Northampton counties, has released three new episodes of the Behavioral Health Matters podcast — featuring local and state leaders in...

CANS assessment results demonstrate Wyoming providers' impact

Wyoming’s High Fidelity Wraparound (HFWA) providers are seeing measurable progress for youth with complex needs, supported by data from the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS)...

Updated Wyoming 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...

Save time with Quick Claims in Availity Essentials

If you have regular patients or a repeatable set of claims, the simplified Quick Claims format may be just what you need.

Magellan celebrates provider contributions in Riverside

In March, the 10th anniversary celebration for Collaborative Psychology Group, APC, in Riverside brought together state, civic and community leaders to recognize the organization's exceptional...

What to know about your Form 1099s

We will mail your Form 1099 to the financial address on record. If you want your 1099s to go to a different address, you must update your financial address electronically via the Magellan provider...

Support youth through quality care

These three key measures play a critical role in identifying care gaps, supporting early intervention, and improving long-term outcomes for youth with behavioral health conditions.

Medical necessity criteria updates to occur in fall 2025

The 2025-2026 Magellan Care Guidelines will become effective Nov. 8, 2025. Stay tuned to our provider website for its release.

Recognizing and preventing fraud, waste, and abuse

As a valued provider in the Magellan network, you play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of healthcare services. Learn how to spot common examples of fraud, waste, and abuse.

Submitting claims for telehealth services?

Be sure to include these essential details for smooth reimbursement.

7 reasons to keep your practice data current

Starting with #1: You want to help members make informed choices about their behavioral healthcare.

Conducting routine self-audits

As a healthcare provider, it is important that your recordkeeping and claims submission processes are accurate and compliant with applicable regulations. Keep your practice compliant and avoid...

Patient safety depends on coordinating care

While the overall response rate in 2024 remained steady compared to the previous year, survey results showed a downward trend in compliance with recommended standards.

Magellan seeks to understand barriers providers face

In a recent analysis of the Magellan provider network, we’ve noticed that a significant number of practices have not attested to their information within the past quarter or submitted any claims...

The new, enhanced online EASI Form is here

Magellan is enhancing provider portal applications to make it easier for providers to complete essential tasks securely. One such task? Requesting reimbursement for EAP services. Now you have...

Louisiana CSoC news & events

Visit the Louisiana CSoC website for recent communications and upcoming events.

Magellan of PA provider announcements

Visit the Magellan of PA website for recent communications, upcoming events and more.

Magellan of Wyoming provider announcements

Visit the Magellan of Wyoming website for recent communications.

Region/plan-specific information

For the latest region/plan-specific information, visit MagellanProvider.com.

Magellan appoints Caroline Carney, MD, as CEO

"I am honored to have been chosen for this role leading a mission-driven organization that delivers innovative and integrated behavioral health solutions," said Dr. Carney. Meet Magellan's...

Magellan adopts new clinical practice guideline

Magellan’s clinical taskforce recently adopted an external clinical practice guideline (CPG) for substance use disorders. Guidelines serve as the evidence-based framework for practitioners’...

Expand your reach with PSYPACT

With licensing through the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT®), you could provide virtual services to Magellan Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) members across 40+ participating states —...

Magellan provider handbooks revised for 2026

The Magellan Handbook for the National Provider Network, and the accompanying Handbook Supplement for Organizational and Facility Providers, have been revised to reflect several new policies and...

'Tis the season for giving...presence

The holiday season often comes wrapped in ribbons of joy—but also tangled in stress, unrealistic expectations and exhaustion. This year, what if there were a way to focus on reducing seasonal...

What to know about your Form 1099s

We will mail your Form 1099 to the financial address on record. If you want your 1099s to go to a different address, you must update your financial address electronically via the Magellan provider...

Share your ethnic background, language

Fact: 75% of Magellan providers currently share their ethnic origin with members.

Why measurement informed-care matters

"Am I making a difference with my clients?” Many clinicians often wonder. When progress feels invisible, consider how screening tools can help.

Re-diagnosis of PDD or autism not required

Effective Jan. 1, 2026, Assembly Bill 951 (AB 951) prohibits commercial health plans from requiring a member previously diagnosed with pervasive developmental disorder (PDD) or autism to receive a...

Observing American Heart Month

February’s American Heart Month affords a timely reminder that physical and mental health are deeply connected. Even brief, supportive conversations about heart health can reinforce whole-person...

Add specialties in support LGBTQIA+ members

Magellan gives you additional options when sharing your specialties with potential clients who identify as LGBTQIA+. It's easy (we show you how).

4 ways to support patients with substance use disorders

Effective follow-up care is critical for improving outcomes for patients diagnosed with substance use disorders (SUDs). Impact your patients' recovery journeys and long-term health with these best...