MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
5160-31-03 - Eligibility for enrollment in the PASSPORT HCBS waiver program. (Rescind/Final File)
Ohio Medicaid·OH · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics +2 more·Enrollment
Effective date
Sep 22, 2025
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Ohio's PASSPORT HCBS (Home and Community-Based Services) waiver program eligibility rule 5160-31-03 was rescinded and replaced with a new rule effective September 22, 2025. This affects enrollment eligibility for home and community-based services under Ohio Medicaid for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Action Required
By September 22, 2025: Billing teams serving Ohio Medicaid patients should review updated PASSPORT HCBS waiver eligibility requirements. Verify patient eligibility status for home and community-based services through Ohio Medicaid systems. Update internal procedures for HCBS waiver enrollment verification to ensure compliance with new rule requirements.