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5160-31-04 - Enrollment process for PASSPORT HCBS waiver program. (Rescind/Final File)
Ohio Medicaid·OH · Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine·Enrollment
Effective date
Sep 22, 2025
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Ohio is rescinding Rule 5160-31-04 which governs the enrollment process for the PASSPORT HCBS (Home and Community Based Services) waiver program under Medicaid. This rule will be eliminated effective September 22, 2025, removing current enrollment procedures for this long-term care waiver program.
Action Required
By September 22, 2025: Billing teams serving Ohio Medicaid patients should verify alternative enrollment processes for PASSPORT HCBS waiver services with Ohio Department of Medicaid (contact: Tommi Potter 614-752-3877). Review current HCBS waiver billing procedures to ensure compliance with any replacement enrollment requirements that may be implemented.