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Newsletter Vol. 2, No. 28
New Jersey Medicaid·NJ · General Surgery, Orthopedics, Cardiothoracic Surgery +8 more·Provider Notice
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
A new Second Surgical Opinion Program has been implemented, likely requiring providers to obtain or document second opinions for certain surgical procedures before authorization or coverage approval.
Action Required
Review Newsletter Vol. 2, No. 28 at https://www.njmmis.com/documentDownload.aspx?document=2-28.pdf to understand specific requirements for the Second Surgical Opinion Program. Determine which surgical procedures require second opinions and update authorization workflows accordingly. Train staff on new documentation requirements.