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Newsletter Vol. 32, No.28
New Jersey Medicaid·NJ · Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Wound Care·Reimbursement
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) is now required for all Medicaid Fee for Service and Managed Care Organization providers billing for home health care services under the 21st Century Cures Act mandate. This affects claims payment processing for home health services.
Action Required
Immediately: Home health providers must implement Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) systems for all Medicaid home health services. Billing team must verify EVV compliance is documented before submitting claims. Claims for home health services without proper EVV documentation may be denied or face payment delays.