Department of Health details Medicaid IT modernization, provider portals and SNAP processing pilot State health officials described a multi‑year IT modernization for Medicaid — including a provider enrollment portal, a service authorization portal, a digital Medicaid ID and background‑check improvements — and explained a USDA‑approved SNAP demonstration using contractor staff to support timeliness while state hiring continues.

Alaska is revolutionizing its Medicaid system with cutting-edge technology, aiming to streamline processes and improve service for residents in need.

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TennCare updates pharmacy and IT contracts, including a timing change for OptumRx to avoid January implementation conflicts TennCare leaders briefed the Fiscal Review Committee on multiple contract amendments and renewals affecting pharmacy benefits, provider-data services and IT modernization. Notable items included a request to shift the OptumRx contract cycle by three months to avoid simultaneous implementation with federal pharmacy updates.

TennCare is making crucial updates to its pharmacy and IT contracts, including a strategic timing shift for OptumRx to ensure seamless service for members amid federal changes.

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