Introduction to the CMS EPCS Program Webinar Materials Now AvailableThe Introduction to the CMS EPCS Program Webinar held on January 12, 2023, is now available on the EPCS website. The posted materials include a copy of the webinar recording, slides, and transcript. Additionally, a Questions and Answers summary document addressing all questions received before and during the webinar is now available. What EPCS support resources are available?
CMS is committed to providing support and resources to clinicians included in the EPCS Program:
EPCS Contact 1-888-288-8292 Information Technology Resource & IssuesThe Information Technology Committee will address issues and provide resources for our members. Mission
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If you have a comment or question regarding information technology issues, please use the I.T. Contact Form to contact the Information Technology Committee of the MOA. If you have a suggestion on an issue where the I.T. Committee could provide more information, please note that in the comments section. I.T. Contact FormTelehealthFrom Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan: Michigan Automated Prescription System (MAPS) MAPS enables practitioners to determine if patients are receiving controlled substances from other providers and to assist in the prevention of prescription drug abuse. Registration to MAPS online is easy and only takes a few minutes. MAPS online is available 24/7 to request MAPS reports. MAPS Website MAPS Software Integration The vendors listed in the link below have completed integration with Apriss PMP Gateway. There are additional vendors in review, development and testing that may be added to the list. Links: The MOA provides a comment form to submit questions or concerns regarding the Michigan Automated Prescription System (MAPS). The MOA has been working with a collaborative group of organizations representing prescribers. LARA has been receptive to the concerns that have been raised but we want to continue to collect examples of where some of the regulations will present obstacles to providers delivering quality care. If you have concerns or examples of why the MAPS regulations are presenting obstacles to your practice and your ability to provide quality patient care, please submit your comments below. The form will also allow you to submit a file (Word, PDF, etc.)if that is more convenient. MOA MAPS comment form
Revised FAQ on Michigan Opioid Laws The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and the Michigan Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) have released an updated ‘Michigan Opioid Laws, Frequently Asked Questions’, document.
LARA Michigan Opioid Laws FAQ (PDF) |