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5160-31-02 - Pre-admission screening system providing options and resources today (PASSPORT) HCBS waiver program definitions. (Rescind/Final File)
Ohio Medicaid·OH · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics +3 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Sep 22, 2025
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Ohio Department of Medicaid has rescinded and replaced Rule 5160-31-02 regarding PASSPORT HCBS (Home and Community Based Services) waiver program definitions. This policy defines terms and eligibility criteria for Ohio's PASSPORT waiver program that provides long-term care services to help elderly and disabled individuals remain in their homes rather than nursing facilities.
Action Required
Before September 22, 2025: Billing teams serving Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT waiver patients should review updated program definitions to ensure proper service coding and documentation. Verify current patient eligibility under the new rule definitions. Update internal reference materials and billing guidelines for HCBS waiver services to reflect the revised definitions.