MedicaidReimbursementMedium impact
5160-56-06 - Hospice services: reimbursement. (Amend/Final File)
Ohio Medicaid·OH · Palliative Care, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine +1 more·Reimbursement
Effective date
Oct 1, 2024
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Ohio Department of Medicaid has updated Rule 5160-56-06 regarding hospice services reimbursement, effective October 1, 2024. This is the most recent amendment in a series of updates to hospice billing and payment policies for Ohio Medicaid beneficiaries.
Action Required
By October 1, 2024: Billing teams serving Ohio Medicaid hospice patients should review the updated Rule 5160-56-06 for any changes to reimbursement rates, billing procedures, or documentation requirements. Contact Ohio Department of Medicaid at 614-752-3877 for specific rule details and ensure billing systems comply with new requirements.