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5160-56-04 - Hospice services: provider requirements. (Amend/Final File)
Ohio Medicaid·OH · Palliative Care·Specialty Services
Effective date
Oct 1, 2024
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Ohio Department of Medicaid has updated Rule 5160-56-04 regarding hospice services provider requirements, effective October 1, 2024. This amendment affects providers delivering hospice services to Ohio Medicaid beneficiaries and may include changes to certification, documentation, or operational requirements.
Action Required
By October 1, 2024: Hospice providers serving Ohio Medicaid patients must review and comply with updated Rule 5160-56-04 provider requirements. Contact Ohio Department of Medicaid at 614-752-3877 (Tommi Potter) for specific requirement details. Ensure all hospice service documentation and billing practices align with new regulatory standards to avoid claim denials.