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Provider Letter - MPW Assessments Follow Up
Kentucky Medicaid·KY · Psychiatry·Provider Letter
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Kentucky Medicaid is reminding Community Mental Health Centers about Michelle P. Waiver assessment requirements, emphasizing that only qualified assessment teams can complete MAP-351 forms and strict timelines must be met. Non-compliance puts providers at risk for recoupment of payments.
Action Required
Immediately: Community Mental Health Centers must ensure all MAP-351 assessments are completed only by qualified teams (2 RNs OR 1 RN plus qualified mental health professional). Upload initial assessments to MWMA within 60 days of allocation and re-assessments 40 days prior to expiration. Verify assessor credentials are clearly documented. Failure to comply risks payment recoupment.