Communications

Stay informed about all updates from the Maryland Department of Health and Carelon, including important changes or guidance related to provider policies, news, events, and more. It’s essential to be aware of the different forms of communication. Take a moment to review the information below to understand the various levels of importance and help prioritize your time.

Select the communications in the menu for details.  

Provider Alerts

Carelon emails Provider Alerts to announce urgent, critical and time-sensitive information. 

This messaging includes details related to Carelon systems, changes within the Maryland Public Behavioral Health System (PBHS), important regulatory guidance, and Maryland Department of Health (MDH) announcements.

Provider Alerts – 2024

Provider Alerts – 2023

Provider Alerts – 2022

Provider Alerts – 2021

Please note: Provider Alerts related to ABA services can be found here

Portal System Alerts

2025

  • Coming soon

Archive

2024

2023

2022

2021

Provider Updates 

Carelon emails Provider Updates to announce medium or low-priority news that is non-urgent, but helpful and good to know. 

As of 2025, this new communication method was developed to distinguish the difference between urgent alerts and less pressing items. These updates may include information such as training opportunities, events, website updates, or minor PBHS changes.

Maryland Department of Health Transmittals & Letters

The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) distributes transmittals as needed to inform providers about any policy changes managed by the state. 

MDH Transmittals

2025

  • Coming soon

Use the MDH transmittal search tool for access previously issued updates not listed here. 

MDH Letters and Other Communications

Archive

Provider Bulletins

Carelon emails weekly Provider Bulletins that summarize recent communications all in one spot.  

This includes a round-up of Provider Alerts, Provider Updates and other important information, news and reminders, training opportunities, hot topics, quick links, and more.

Archive

2023

2022

2021

Provider Council Meetings

In collaboration with Maryland’s Department of Health and the Behavioral Health Administration, Carelon will continue to host the monthly Provider Council Meeting on the second Friday of each month at 10 a.m.  

This meeting will offer an opportunity for both the departments and Carelon to present updates, as well as receive real-time provider feedback. Providers are encouraged to submit questions in advance of each meeting using the Provider Council Meeting question submission form. 

Check back here for the latest invites, presentations and recordings of each meeting to stay up to date. 

2025

2025 Provider Council Meeting dates are listed below. You may register for all at once or individually here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Get answers to your most pressing questions related to claims, authorizations, systems, and more.  

Please be aware that Carelon’s first check run for laboratory services will take place in mid-January. 

Carelon Newsletter

Carelon publishes a quarterly Provider Newsletter with information useful to both providers and participants. This newsletter highlights new clinical innovations, upcoming events within the State, news for participants, as well as innovations happening within our provider community.

First Issue Coming Soon