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5160-44-16 - Nursing facility-based level of care home and community-based services programs: personal emergency response systems. (Amend/Final File)
Ohio Medicaid·OH · Geriatrics, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine·Specialty Services
Effective date
Jan 1, 2024
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Ohio Department of Medicaid updated rule 5160-44-16 regarding personal emergency response systems for nursing facility-based level of care home and community-based services programs. This is an amendment to existing regulations that took effect January 1, 2024.
Action Required
Review updated Ohio Medicaid guidelines for personal emergency response systems if your practice serves nursing facility patients or provides home and community-based services. Verify current billing procedures align with the amended rule requirements.