Medicare AdvantageAdministrativeMedium impact
Availity Essentials is Healthfirst's New Provider Portal
Healthfirst·Provider Update
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Healthfirst has transitioned to a new provider portal called Availity Essentials, replacing their previous portal system. All providers must create an Availity Essentials account to access Healthfirst services and perform administrative functions.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team and providers must create an Availity Essentials account at the Healthfirst provider website. Update staff training materials to reference the new portal. Ensure all staff who handle prior authorizations, eligibility verification, and claims management have access to the new system.