Provider Bulletin on Telehealth and Heart Health

This document is a provider bulletin from Molina Healthcare of New Mexico, dated February 27, 2025. It discusses the expansion of telehealth services in New Mexico, particularly through Ouma, a virtual care service focusing on maternal health. Ouma complements the care provided by OB/GYNs with a comprehensive team that includes various specialists. The bulletin outlines the importance of heart health for patients, detailing proactive measures such as regular check-ups, a balanced diet, exercise, smoking cessation, and stress management. It emphasizes the significance of educating patients about blood pressure, including regular monitoring and lifestyle adjustments. Additionally, the document provides guidelines for billing blood pressure checks and highlights the HEDIS measure for blood pressure control in patients with hypertension. It concludes with information on the importance of maintaining accurate provider information in directories and a reminder about upcoming ECHO sessions aimed at improving perinatal health.