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DME Name Change Corrected Letter

Kentucky Medicaid·KY·Provider Letter
Effective date
Not stated
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Days to comply
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Summary

Kentucky Medicaid is changing the official name of Durable Medical Equipment (DME) providers to Medical Supplies, Equipment, and Appliances (MSEA) providers. This is a terminology change that will appear in regulations, state plan amendments, and fee schedules.

Action Required

Action needed
Immediately: Update internal documentation and billing system provider type references from 'Durable Medical Equipment (DME)' to 'Medical Supplies, Equipment, and Appliances (MSEA)' for Kentucky Medicaid claims. Review any provider enrollment materials or credentialing documents that reference DME terminology.

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