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5160-2-14 - Potentially preventable readmissions. (Rescind/Final File)
Ohio Medicaid·OH·Medical Policy
Effective date
Feb 14, 2025
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Ohio Department of Medicaid is rescinding Rule 5160-2-14 regarding potentially preventable readmissions, effective February 14, 2025. This eliminates existing Medicaid requirements and penalties related to preventable hospital readmissions in Ohio.
Action Required
By February 14, 2025: Billing teams in Ohio should review and update any internal procedures related to Medicaid potentially preventable readmission policies. Remove any special handling or documentation requirements specific to Ohio Medicaid readmission penalties from billing workflows. Contact Ohio Medicaid or review updated guidance to understand how readmissions will be handled after the rule rescission.