A Message from NCTracks on Behalf of NC Medicaid NCDHHS To Launch the Children and Families Specialty Plan

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is moving forward with the implementation of the Children and Families Specialty Plan (CFSP) – an innovative, first-of-its-kind initiative set to launch on Dec.1, 2025. 

This important program is designed to improve the health and well-being of children and families across North Carolina. CFSP is a single, statewide NC Medicaid Managed Care health plan that provides beneficiaries seamless, integrated and coordinated care. It will serve NC Medicaid-enrolled children, youth and young adults who are currently or formerly served by child welfare.  

CFSP will ensure beneficiaries can access the health care services they need -- including mental health services -- and continue to work with their doctors, even if they move across the state due to placement changes.  

Over the past several months, NCDHHS has worked closely with Healthy Blue Care Together (HBCT) to ensure readiness for launch. This includes building a strong provider network, onboarding staff and care managers, and putting systems in place to support quality care. Our priority is to deliver this critical program effectively and responsibly to those who need it most.  

In the coming weeks, NCDHHS will share additional information about the beneficiary choice period and other key milestones leading up to the launch.  

To learn more about the Children and Families Specialty Plan, visit the CFSP webpage on the NC Medicaid website.