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TennCare covers Home Blood Pressure Cuffs for pregnant and postpartum members
Help your pregnant and postpartum patients monitor their health and identify early warning signs of hypertension from home.
TennCare now provides home blood pressure cuffs at no cost for members who are pregnant or in the postpartum period. Early detection of high blood pressure is crucial for identification and prevention of serious complications such as preeclampsia, stroke, and heart disease.
What members are eligible?
Members who have TennCare or CoverKids and are pregnant or in the postpartum period.
Who can order a Blood Pressure Cuff?
Any in-network medical provider can order a blood pressure cuff for a pregnant or postpartum TennCare or CoverKids member, it does not need to be the member’s obstetrician.
If I’m a provider, how can I order a Blood Pressure Cuff for my patient?
Providers can order a Blood Pressure Cuff by ordering a device the the appropriate the durable medical equipment (DME) vendor for each Managed Care Organization (MCO).
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Are you a TennCare Member who is pregnant? Remember to update TennCare Connect!
You can update your TennCare Connect account by calling 855-259-0701 or visiting tenncareconnect.tn.gov. For detailed instructions on how to update your TennCare Connect account, visit the Notify TennCare of a Pregnancy page.
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