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5160-56-05 - Hospice services: covered services. (Amend/Final File)
Ohio Medicaid·OH · Palliative Care·Specialty Services
Effective date
Oct 1, 2024
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Ohio Medicaid has amended Rule 5160-56-05 regarding hospice services covered services, with the final amendment taking effect October 1, 2024. This is the most recent update in a series of hospice coverage rule changes by the Ohio Department of Medicaid.
Action Required
By October 1, 2024: Billing teams serving Ohio Medicaid hospice patients should review the updated Rule 5160-56-05 for any changes to covered hospice services. Contact Ohio Department of Medicaid at 614-752-3877 or reach out to Tommi Potter for clarification on specific coverage changes. Verify current hospice billing procedures align with the amended rule to prevent claim denials.