Hepatitis C: What to Know Now about Testing and Treatment
This fact sheet for health care providers discusses the impact of hepatitis C infection in Massachusetts, summarizes evidence-based recommendations for testing and treatment, and provides resources to support clinical decision-making.
Hepatitis C Virus Testing and Treatment in Massachusetts: Key Findings from Analysis of Medical Claims Data, 2016-2020
Key findings are presented from an analysis of medical claims data about hepatitis C testing and treatment, along with recommendations for health care providers. Resources to support clinical practice are included.
Hepatitis C Virus Testing Practices: Key Findings from an Assessment of Clinical Laboratories in Massachusetts, 2022
Key findings are presented from a survey about hepatitis C testing practices among clinical laboratories in Massachusetts. Recommendations and resources to support laboratories and health care providers in adopting recommended testing practices are provided.
Frequently Asked Questions: Prior Authorization for Hepatitis C Virus Treatment
This FAQ presented by the Center for Health Law and Policy Innovation, Harvard Law School summarizes coverage provided by MassHealth for treatment of hepatitis C infection and addresses common questions regarding prior authorization for treatment.
Training and Education on Hepatitis C Testing and Treatment for Health Care Providers. Through a collaboration between BIDLS/DPH and the New England AIDS Education and Training Center (NEAETC), primary care providers can receive education and training on hepatitis C testing and treatment at no cost. Resources available include self-paced, online education (CE credits available) coupled with clinical mentoring and consultation, access to a statewide clinical Community of Practice, as well as training and technical assistance for individual clinics/facilities. Contact aidsed@neaetc.org for more information.