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Screening for Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) for Individuals Under Age 21
Missouri Medicaid (MO HealthNet)·MO · Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine +2 more·Provider Bulletin
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Missouri Medicaid has implemented a new policy for screening Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) for individuals under age 21. This appears to be a new covered service that may include specific billing procedures and documentation requirements for pediatric and adolescent patients.
Action Required
Review the complete ACEs screening policy document to identify specific billing codes, coverage requirements, and documentation standards. Determine if your practice treats patients under 21 and assess whether ACEs screening services will be implemented. Update billing procedures and encounter forms if offering this service.