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Newsletter Vol. 24, No.05
New Jersey Medicaid·NJ·Provider Notice
Effective date
Jun 1, 2014
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
New Jersey Medicaid providers must complete and submit a Medically Exempt Attestation Form for NJ FamilyCare Plan ABP patients who may qualify for medical exemptions due to serious mental health, substance abuse, complex medical conditions, or disabilities. This allows eligible patients to access full Medicaid State Plan benefits including long-term care services.
Action Required
Immediately: NJ providers must identify NJ FamilyCare Plan ABP patients who may meet medically exempt criteria (serious mental illness, chronic substance abuse, complex medical conditions, or disabilities). Complete the Medically Exempt Attestation Form with patient consent and submit to appropriate county Medical Assistance Customer Center (MACC). Continue verifying eligibility through REVS or eMEVS systems. For patients approaching Medicare eligibility, refer to County Board of Social Services for ABD program enrollment.