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Newsletter Vol. 4, No. 45
New Jersey Medicaid·NJ · Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine·Provider Notice
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
This policy update revises procedures for PreAdmission Screening and Annual Resident Review (PASARR) for all individuals entering or residing in Medicaid certified nursing facilities. The changes affect how screening and review processes must be conducted for Medicaid patients in nursing home settings.
Action Required
Immediately: Review the full policy document at https://www.njmmis.com/documentDownload.aspx?document=4-45.pdf to understand revised PASARR procedures. Billing teams working with nursing facilities must update workflows for Medicaid patient screening and annual review processes. Coordinate with nursing facility partners to ensure compliance with new procedures.