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Reassessment requirement for CANS-certified assessors

Harvard Pilgrim Health Care·MA · Psychiatry, Pediatrics·Provider Newsletter
Effective date
Not stated
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Days to comply
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Summary

MassHealth has temporarily suspended the reassessment requirement for CANS-certified assessors who provide behavioral health assessments for Tufts Health Together members under 21. However, clinicians who are not yet CANS-trained and certified must still complete current training and certification before conducting CANS assessments.

Action Required

Action needed
Immediately: Verify CANS certification status for all clinicians providing behavioral health assessments for Tufts Health Together members under 21. Ensure non-certified clinicians complete CANS training and certification before conducting assessments. Monitor for updates on the new Comprehensive Assessment System (eCAS) portal development.

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