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Special Alert July 2026 - Update to Health Share’s Clinical Practice Guidelines
Providence Health Plan·OR · Allergy & Immunology, Pediatrics, Family Medicine +1 more·Provider News
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Aug 1, 2026
Summary
Health Share of Oregon has updated its Clinical Practice Guidelines, replacing CDC ACIP immunization guidelines with the AAP Immunization Schedule. Billing teams must review the updated guidelines at the provided link to identify any changes to covered immunization services, coding requirements, or clinical documentation standards that may affect claim submissions.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team and clinical staff must access and review Health Share's updated Clinical Practice Guidelines at https://www.providencehealthplan.com/-/media/providence/website/pdfs/providers/medical-policy-and-provider-information/medical-and-pharmacy-alerts/update-to-health-shares-clinical-practice-guidelines.pdf to identify specific changes related to immunization coding and coverage. Update billing software, encounter forms, and provider education materials to reflect the transition from CDC ACIP guidelines to AAP Immunization Schedule. Identify any immunization CPT codes (90xxx series) that may be affected and ensure proper coding alignment. Document changes in compliance procedures. Failure to align coding with the new AAP guidelines may result in claim denials or delays.