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5160-31-06 - Provider conditions of participation for the PASSPORT HCBS waiver program. (Rescind/Final File)
Ohio Medicaid·OH · Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine·Specialty Services
Effective date
Sep 22, 2025
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Ohio is rescinding Rule 5160-31-06 which governs provider participation conditions for the PASSPORT Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver program under Medicaid. This rule rescission became effective September 22, 2025, meaning providers can no longer participate in this specific waiver program.
Action Required
By September 22, 2025: Providers enrolled in Ohio's PASSPORT HCBS waiver program must cease billing for services under this program. Contact Ohio Department of Medicaid at 614-752-3877 to understand alternative waiver programs or billing procedures. Update billing systems to stop processing PASSPORT HCBS waiver claims for Ohio Medicaid patients.