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Provider Letter #A-117: MAP-248
Kentucky Medicaid·KY · Home Health·Provider Letter
Effective date
Aug 1, 2021
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Kentucky Medicaid updated the MAP-248 form for home health disposable medical supplies certification to allow approvals from physicians, Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs), or Physician Assistants (PAs). The updated form (dated August 2021) expands who can certify medical necessity for disposable supplies beyond just physicians.
Action Required
Immediately: Home health billing teams in Kentucky must begin using the updated MAP-248 form (Rev. 8/21) for disposable medical supplies certification. Update internal processes to accept certifications from physicians, APRNs, or PAs. Ensure all MAP-248 forms are signed and dated by the appropriate provider every six months. Monitor the Kentucky Medicaid Home Health Services webpage for further updates.