CDPHP: A Plan for Life

Health Information Technology Conference 2009

• Join CDPHP and MSSNY on Saturday, January 17 at the Albany Marriott for “HIT: Why It’s Better For You and Your Patients.” Among the diverse topics to be discussed, CDPHP and participating physicians will share insights regarding its Small Practice EMR Initiative and its Patient-Centered Medical Home Program. The event permits up to three hours of CME credit. Register now.

Looking for rapid HIV testing?

• Call the New York state HIV/AIDS Hotline:
  1-800-541-2437; for Spanish speakers 1-800-233-7432 for hearing impaired, 1-800-369-2437. Learn more about HIV/AIDS Case Management services.

CDPHP® Focuses on Drug Abuse

• A CDPHP task force is working to increase awareness of chemical dependency, particularly pharmacy drugs. The CDPHP Special Investigations Unit (SIU) recently trained staff on “doctor shopping.” Participating physician offices can help by disseminating information and referring members for counseling.

CDPHP Medical Home Project

• CDPHP has launched a two-year patient-centered medical home project designed to address the national primary care crisis and transform primary care practice and payment models in the Capital District. Read more.