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Prescription opioids are highly addictive and can be deadly. Protect yourself and loved ones click to learn the facts and treatment options covered by Medicaid.
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Making requests for public records is now easier than ever. Submit and track your requests at this new portal.
Combat Hepatitis C
Department taking steps to implement a subscription payment model for Hepatitis C medication.
New Medicaid System
New Medicaid eligibility and enrollment system improves customer service, boosts efficiency and creates a more accurate and immediate approval process.
Fight the Flu
According to Centers for Disease Prevention and Control data, Louisiana is among the states with the highest levels of flu activity so far this season. Because of this, the Louisiana Department of Health is encouraging people to not delay in getting a flu shot. Getting vaccinated not only protects you from the flu, but it also protects those around you, including those who are more vulnerable to serious flu illness.
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Recent News
February 22, 2019
Louisiana was recognized this week by the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for implementing best practices aimed at eliminating waste, fraud and abuse in state Medicaid programs. Louisiana is one of only eight states to receive this honor.
February 20, 2019
The new online Public Records Request Portal gives users the opportunity to submit public records requests, track their records requests and view an archive of all publicly-accessed records.
February 19, 2019
Dr. Rebekah Gee, secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health, has been recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of its 2019 Women Leaders to Watch in Healthcare.
February 18, 2019
Flu season is reaching its peak in Louisiana, with flu activity spiking over the last week. Because of this, the Louisiana Department of Health is encouraging Louisianans to catch beads, and not the flu, this Mardi Gras season.
February 12, 2019
Three members of the Louisiana Department of Health’s leadership team have been selected for participation in opportunities to make an impact at the state and federal level.
February 11, 2019
The Department of Health submits a detailed monthly report to the Legislature that provides a comprehensive overview of Medicaid spending. The reports include projections for future revenues and expenditures for the given state fiscal year.
January 31, 2019
Today, the Pediatria Healthcare for Kids in Baton Rouge announced it would close its facility on Airline Highway after its provisional license expired. The clinic serves 23 patients, who are all being helped by the Louisiana Department of Health to find alternative care providers.