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Encouraging Adherence to New CDC Isolation and Quarantine Periods
Medical Mutual of Ohio·OH·In the News
Effective date
Dec 29, 2021
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Medical Mutual is encouraging healthcare facilities to follow new CDC guidelines allowing asymptomatic, fully vaccinated healthcare workers exposed to COVID-19 to return to work without restrictions if they remain symptom-free and test negative. Medical Mutual is also extending suspension of SNF prior authorizations through January 31, 2022.
Action Required
Through January 31, 2022: Billing team should note that SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility) prior authorizations remain suspended for Medical Mutual members. Continue processing SNF admissions and transfers without obtaining prior authorization. Monitor for updates after January 31, 2022 when prior auth requirements may resume.