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Dear Kids Health First (KHF) Providers and Practice Administrators,

We have some important updates about payor updates, new programs, and upcoming events. There's a lot of information, and we want to keep you informed. Please read through this email carefully and let us know if you have any questions.

Important Updates

Guidance Regarding Exit Interviews*

Question: Should We Conduct Exit Interviews?

Answered by the HR Experts at Vxtra

Exit interviews offer a final, candid chance to learn what didn’t come up during employment. Departing employees often speak more freely—sharing concerns about management, workload, career growth, or retention risks—without worrying about repercussions. Hiring an exit interview signals that you value their experience, even at the end. View more insights from Vxtra in this article.

Georgia to Phase Out Subminimum Wage for Employees with Disabilities*

Effective July 1, 2025, Georgia will begin eliminating the subminimum wage for employees with disabilities. Employers holding a valid U.S. Department of Labor certificate issued on or before this date may continue paying below minimum wage temporarily but must increase wages to at least half the federal minimum wage by July 1, 2026, and to the full federal minimum wage by July 1, 2027. Employers without a valid certificate by July 1, 2025, must comply immediately with the federal minimum wage.

For more details, please view the full Georgia Law Alert from Vxtra.

AAP Statement on CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices*

The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued a statement concerning recent changes to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). KHF will continue to closely monitor these developments for potential impacts on the recommended vaccine schedule and insurance reimbursement policies.

View the full statement here.

Reminder: CPR and Emergency Training Opportunity for KHF Practices

Kids Health First practices are eligible for discounted CPR and emergency training through No Stress Training. Options include Basic Life Support (BLS) for $45, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) for $150, and Family & Friends CPR starting at $25. Flexible scheduling is available, including on-site sessions. Learn more at No Stress Training.