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New Jersey MedicaidMedicaid · Billing Codes · Eligibility · NJ · OB-GYN, General SurgeryMedium impact

Newsletter Vol. 8, No. 19

Act
immediately
Effective date
Not stated in the notice
Identified
Jun 20, 2026

Summary

New Jersey Medicaid has updated specific HCPCS codes and fee allowances for abortion-related procedures billed on a fee-for-service basis. The policy clarifies billing procedures for ultrasounds, surgical pathology, RhoGam injections, and other services related to elective abortions for Medicaid and NJ KidCare beneficiaries.

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What to do

immediately · 3 steps
01Billing team must update fee schedules for abortion-related procedures with new maximum allowances.
02Use specific HCPCS codes with YD modifiers when billing for elective abortion services for New Jersey Medicaid and NJ KidCare beneficiaries.
03Providers previously denied for these services may resubmit claims if timely filing requirements are met.

Codes mentioned

7680576815768308830088304J2790578005920064435

Original notice

Newsletter Vol. 8, No. 19
njmmis.com · Always check the source before changing claims.
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