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New Mexico Turquoise Care

Medicaid

Turquoise Care is the name of New Mexico's Medicaid Managed Care program offered by UnitedHealthcare Community Plan. It’s for children, families, pregnant women and adults who meet income and other eligibility requirements. 



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Benefits & features

Transportation & Tripmaster

If you need a ride, your benefits include transportation. We cover trips to:

  • Medical appointments
  • Food bank
  • Pharmacy
  • WIC appointments
  • Medicaid eligibility appointments
  • Places of worship
  • Birthing classes
  • Grocery stores
  • Job-related activites
  • Support group meetings

Following these simple rules will help you get a ride: 

  • Call 3+ business days ahead of time for local travel
  • Call 2+ weeks in advance for long distance travel (out of state travel or flights)
  • Call 1-877-236-0826, TTY 711 to set up your ride 
  • If you cancel your visit, call 1-877-236-0826 to cancel your ride 
  • Have your Medicaid ID card available 
  • Rides are only for approved reasons 
  • Know the address of your health care provider and the date and time of your appointment 
  • Be specific about where you need a ride to 
  • After your visit, call for a ride home 
  • If your doctor gives you a prescription you can stop at the pharmacy to get it 
  • Let us know if you have special needs like a wheelchair 
  • Members under the age of 16 must have a parent or guardian with them 
  • Transportation may be limited to a provider near you

You may also qualify for a bus pass or friends and family mileage reimbursement. Give Member Services a call to schedule a ride or ask questions about getting transportation services.

This service is for rides planned in advance. If you have a life-threatening emergency, call 911. An ambulance will be provided if you need to be sent to the hospital.

Medical questions can come up at any time. When you have questions about your health, you can call a nurse 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 833-890-3050.

Our nurses will:

  • Listen to your symptoms
  • Help with self-care
  • Advise if you can get care care at your next doctor visit or need an urgent care center
  • Help you know when it is time to go to the emergency room

One Pass™ is a total physical, mental, and social well-being solution for adults 18 and older, providing access at no additional cost to gyms and fitness locations, including leading national brands, independent gyms, and boutique studios. As well as on-demand and livestreaming digital content, brain training, and social activities designed around you and your goals and lifestyle. Includes YMCA.

Requires member code for access. 

Virtual Maternal Health Solution, offers 24/7 virtual maternity care solution with access to doula consultations and lactation support.

Galileo supports the perinatal journey by offering routine prenatal care in coordination with local providers for testing, ultrasound and other services requiring in-person care; tracking and management of appropriate screens and tests; early identification, management and referral of high-risk pregnancies; and integrated behavioral health screening and referrals.

Galileo’s focus on whole person care includes prioritizing SDOH screening and referrals to community supports, which further enhance the resources available to our pregnant and parenting members.

All of Galileo’s services are available in Spanish and English. Members who set their preference to Spanish will receive the full Spanish experience (not English translated to Spanish)

Call (855) 619-6929 for more information.

A digital maternity engagement, education and incentive program for members who are pregnant and new parents. The app includes daily educational content on healthy behaviors, the baby’s development, vaccinations, potential health risks and many other topics. There are in-depth resources on nutrition, exercise, labor and delivery, breastfeeding and more. The app provides appointment reminders and risk assessments in English and Spanish. Health assessment data collected via the app will feed into care management platforms to support member stratification, care pathway creation and engagement.

Available for prenatal, postpartum and members parenting children. 

Program ends at 12 months post delivery. 

The Turquoise Rewards program is part of New Mexico’s Turquoise Care. Turquoise Rewards allows you to earn points for completing certain health activities. You can use your reward points to shop for hundreds of fun, healthy items in the Turquoise Rewards catalog! 

For example, you can earn reward points for: 

  • Receiving an annual checkup with your primary care provider
  • Getting a flu shot 
  • Completing health screenings, like a mammogram, cervical cancer screening, and others 
  • Keeping up to date on your children’s immunizations 

... And many more! 

You don’t have to be sick to go to the doctor. In fact, yearly checkups with your PCP can help keep you healthy. In addition to checking on your general health, your PCP will make sure you get the screenings, tests and shots you need. And if there is a health problem, they’re usually much easier to treat when caught early.

Here are some important screenings. How often you get a screening is based on your age and risk factors. Talk to your doctor about what’s right for you. 

  • Blood pressure check 
  • Weight 
  • Review of risk factors for heart disease 
  • Colon cancer screening 
  • Review of your medications 

For women 

Pap smear — helps detect cervical cancer 

Breast exam/Mammography — helps detect breast cancer 

For men 

Testes exam — helps detect testicular cancer 

Prostate exam — helps detect prostate cancer 

Well-child visits 

Well-child visits are a time for your PCP to see how your child is growing and developing. They will also give the needed screenings, like speech and hearing tests, and immunizations during these visits. These routine visits are also a great time for you to ask any questions you have about your child’s behavior and overall well-being, including: 

  • Eating 
  • Sleeping 
  • Behavior 
  • Social interactions 
  • Physical activity 

SelfCare is a self-help digital application that uses cognitive behavioral therapy- based tools and techniques to improve overall mental well-being and behavioral health tracking, supporting members before they are in crisis. Self Care is designed to enable resilience by helping members build new skills and daily habits.

Features include selfpaced digital programs available on demand, any time; industry-recognized clinical depression, anxiety and well- being surveys; and evidenceinformed mental health support through trackers, mental health skills and tools collections and communities, all offered in both English and Spanish. With a 97% member satisfaction rating, Self Care provides digital support for members who may not be ready for traditional treatment.

Available to all members. 

You can choose any PCP from our large network of providers. Our network also includes specialists, hospitals and pharmacies — giving you many options for your health care. Find a complete list of network providers at myuhc.com/communityplan/nm.

Provides $100 per child per year to help parents buy clothing for their children.

Help with social needs that affect a person’s ability to maintain their health and well-being. This may include help related to housing, food, transportation, and more. Requests are evaluated and funds disbursed on a case-by-case basis. Assistance may include information and referrals to other resources. Limitations and restrictions apply. Some goods and services may be provided in partnership with other community-based organizations.

Supports member preference for alternative healing supports and provides resources to promote person-centered care and maintenance of general health. We will provide a $300 annual reimbursement for Native American members and for traditional or healing practices.

This benefit includes but is not limited to:

  • Native American Healing and Ceremonies
  • Curandismo Healing

The member will need to submit the Traditional Healing Reimbursement Form.  For more information or assistance, please contact Member Services at 1-877-236-0826. For hearing impaired: TTY 711.

Behavioral health

Our online behavioral health resources connect members to information and resources for overall health and wellness, including specific behavioral health tools, resources and information. For example, our health and wellness library feature 60 centers and over 220 videos focused on topics such as:

  • Physical health, 
  • Mental health, 
  • Substance use, 
  • Recovery tools, 
  • Resiliency skills development, 
  • Caregiving, 
  • Parenting, 
  • Supports for Native Americans, 
  • School and education, 
  • Suicide prevention, 
  • Mindfulness,
  • Disaster planning and recovery that combine resources (e.g., articles, videos, training programs, screeners). 

SUD Helpline

SUD Helpline is an anonymous, confidential, payer- agnostic helpline where community members and their families or friends can call and speak with a licensed behavioral health expert for information on SUD treatment. Members can work with a licensed clinician to plan the next step in their care should they choose to pursue treatment. Avalilable to all members. 

Care coordination

If you have a chronic health condition, like asthma or diabetes, you may benefit from our Care Coordinator program. 

We can help with a number of things, like scheduling doctor appointments and keeping your providers informed about the care you get. To learn more, call 1-877-236-0826, TTY 711.

Community benefit

What is the Community Benefit?

The Community Benefit (CB) is Turquoise Care’s name for the home and community-based services (HCBS) benefit package. 

  • The Personal Care Services benefit is also part of CB 
  • Community Benefits are services that allow eligible members to receive care in their home or community as an alternative to being placed in a long-term care facility 
  • Community Benefits are intended to supplement natural supports and support community living 

Goals of Community Benefits. 

  • Allow New Mexicans who require long-term care to remain in their homes and in their communities 
  • Reduce the number of unnecessary nursing home admissions 

Community Benefit eligibility

  • All members must have a full Medicaid category or have Waiver category of eligibility 
  • All members must meet the nursing facility level-of-care criteria
  • All members must be a resident of New Mexico

Dental care

Getting a yearly dental check-up is important to your health. Your coverage includes: 

  • ACC/Flouride Varnishing Treatment (one per lifetime)
  • Flouride Treatment (treatment every 6 months).

Early and periodic screening diagnostic and treatment (EPSDT)

What are EPSDT services? 

The Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic and Treatment (EPSDT) benefit provides comprehensive and preventive health care services for children younger than age 21 who are enrolled in Medicaid. Follow the EPSDT schedule for all eligible UnitedHealthcare Community Plan members up to age 21, including pregnant members. EPSDT screening including the following: 

  • Immunizations 
  • Hearing and vision screening
  • Medical history
  • Measurements of height, weight and BMI
  • Unclothed physical examination
  • Nutrition screening
  • Developmental/Behavioral assessment
  • Hematocrit/Hemoglobin at 9 months and 13 years
  • Lead screening at 12 months and 24 months
  • Standardized developmental screening
  • Additional screening necessary according to risk factors
  • Anticipatory guidance

These exams may include vaccinations or shots. If your child has not had his or her checkup this year, call the doctor and schedule one. We may send you a reminder letter to get your child checked. 

Lead testing — The doctor will need to do a blood test to make sure your child does not have too much lead. Your child should be checked at 12 months and 24 months of age or if they have never been checked. 

Dental exam — Your child should have their teeth cleaned and receive fluoride treatments every six months. 

Private duty nursing — When your child’s doctor wants a nurse to provide care at home or at school. 

Personal care services — When your child’s doctor wants a caregiver to help your child with eating, bathing, dressing and toileting. 

EPSDT also provides hearing services, vision services, school-based services and more. If you have questions, please contact your Care Coordinator. 

Health problems should be identified and treated as early as possible. If your child needs special services like Private Duty Nursing or Personal Care Services, they will be provided under EPSDT through UnitedHealthcare Community Plan. 

Please speak with your doctor about any shots your child may need.

Emissar Youth

Provides a method of digitally delivered peer support between youth peer support specialists and transition aged youth/foster-adoptive members. This platform is designed for youth peer support specialists to provide one (1) hour in-person or virtual weekly meetings and bridge the gap between regular meetings by providing text message peer support via the mobile application.

Available for justice-involved individuals (youth). Requires access to smartphone and access to broadband resource.

Emergency care

Hospital emergency rooms are there to offer emergency treatment for trauma, serious injury and life-threatening symptoms. Some reasons to go to the ER include:

  • Serious illness
  • Broken bones
  • Heart attack
  • Poisoning
  • Severe cuts or burns

UnitedHealthcare Community Plan covers any emergency care you need throughout the United States and its territories. Within 24 hours after your visit, call Member Services at 1-877-236-0826, TTY 711.

Healthy First Steps

Healthy First Steps® (HFS) is a specialized case management program designed to provide assistance to all pregnant members and those experiencing an uncomplicated pregnancy. It also helps manage medical, behavioral and social risks. The goal is improving birth outcomes and lowering NICU admissions by managing prenatal and postpartum care needs of pregnant members. 

To enroll

Members self-enroll on a smartphone or computer at uhchealthyfirststeps. com and click on “Register” or call 1-800-599-5985

Hospitalization (Hospital care)

This plan pays for all hospital expenses related to a hospital stay, so you can focus on resting and healing.

Our plan covers:

  • Inpatient care
  • Outpatient care
  • Labs, X-rays and other tests

And after you leave the hospital, you are not alone. We are here to help you get any needed follow-up care to continue healing at home.

 

Language help

If you speak a language other than English, we can provide translated printed materials. Or we can provide an interpreter who can help you understand these materials. You’ll find more information about Interpretive Services and Language Assistance in the section called Other Plan Details. Or call Member Services at 1-877-236-0826, TTY 711. 

Si usted habla un idioma que no sea inglés, podemos proporcionar materiales impresos traducidos. O podemos proporcionar un intérprete que puede ayudar a entender estos materiales. Encontrará más información acerca de servicios de interpretación y asistencia lingüística en la sección Otros detalles del plan. O llame a Servicios para Miembros al 1-877-236-0826, TTY 711.

Medicines

Your plan covers prescription drugs for members of all ages. Also covered: insulin, needles and syringes, birth control, coated aspirin for arthritis, iron pills and chewable vitamins.

Out-of-plan benefits

What services are NOT included in the Turquoise Care benefit package? 

  • Acupuncture services
  • Chiropractic services
  • Cosmetic services 
  • In vitro services 
  • Inpatient facility room and board — leave of absence 
  • Routine podiatry services 
  • Services to intermediate care facilities for the intellectual disability 

Preferred Drug List

UnitedHealthcare Community Plan covers hundreds of prescription drugs from hundreds of pharmacies. The full list of covered drugs is included in the Preferred Drug List. You can fill your prescription at any in-network pharmacy. All you have to do is show your member ID card.

Click the link below to download the complete list, or download online at myuhc.com/communityplan/nm.

New Mexico Preferred Drug List

Pregnancy and infant support

At UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, we want you to have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby. We want you and your baby to get all the care you both need. That’s why we have a special program for you — and your baby. 

Our maternal child health team will help you learn what to expect when you see your doctor and how to take care of your changing body. Here are some of the things we will help you learn about: 

  • Local resources 
  • Nutrition, weight, and well-being 
  • Fitness 
  • Sexual health 
  • Substance abuse 
  • Domestic violence 

When you think you are pregnant, call your local Department of Human Services (DHS) office and Member Services at 1-877-236-0826, TTY 711. This will help ensure you get all the services available to you. 

Primary care services

You are covered for all visits to your Primary Care Provider (PCP). Your PCP is the main doctor you will see for most of your health care. This includes checkups, treatment for colds and flu, health concerns and health screenings. Well Visits. Annual checkups to help keep you and your family healthy.

Seeing Safety

Seeking Safety is designed to help people who have experienced trauma or substance problems develop and sustain recovery goals. Seeking Safety encourages ones who have suffered trauma to find a safe environment to engage with their peers, respect themselves and develop and use healthy coping techniques to achieve their recovery goals. We are the only managed care entity approved by Seeking Safety’s creator to train and use certified provider-based peers to render this program.

SelfCare digital app

SelfCare is a self-help digital application that uses cognitive behavioral therapy- based tools and techniques to improve overall mental well-being and behavioral health tracking, supporting members before they are in crisis. Self Care is designed to enable resilience by helping members build new skills and daily habits.

Features include selfpaced digital programs available on demand, any time; industry-recognized clinical depression, anxiety and well- being surveys; and evidenceinformed mental health support through trackers, mental health skills and tools collections and communities, all offered in both English and Spanish. With a 97% member satisfaction rating, Self Care provides digital support for members who may not be ready for traditional treatment.

Available to all members. 

Specialist services

Your coverage includes services from specialists. Specialists are doctors or nurses who are highly trained to treat certain conditions. You may need a referral from your PCP first.

Urgent care

Urgent care clinics are there for you when you need to see a doctor for a non-life-threatening condition but your PCP isn’t available or it’s after clinic hours. Common health issues ideal for urgent care include:

  • Sore throat
  • Ear infection
  • Minor cuts or burns
  • Flu
  • Low-grade fever
  • Sprains

If you or your children have an urgent problem, call your PCP first. Your doctor can help you get the right kind of care. Your doctor may tell you to go to urgent care or the emergency room.

Vision care

Regular eye exams are important. Members are eligible for routine eye exams and prescription eyeglasses. Call your doctor to schedule a routine eye exam. You can schedule an appointment with any participating vision care provider. 

Refractive Eye exam available to all members once every 24 months. 

Wellhop

Wellhop is a virtual support group for members who are pregnant. The program includes the following:

  • Group video conversations with a trained facilitator and members at the same stage in Pregnancy
  • Evidence- based information on pregnancy and postpartum, educational articles, videos, podcasts and more
  • Convenient access from mobile devices 

Access to online community 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Wellness programs

UnitedHealthcare Community Plan has many programs and tools to help keep you and your family healthy, including: 

  • Classes to help you quit smoking. If you are pregnant or under the age of 21, coaching and medications are available to help you quit smoking. 
  • Pregnancy care and parenting classes 
  • Nutrition classes 
  • Well-care reminders

Your provider may suggest one of these programs for you. If you want to know more, or to find a program near you, talk to your PCP or call Member Services at 1-877-236-0826, TTY 711.

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