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5160-44-22 - Nursing facility-based level of care home and community-based services programs: waiver nursing services. (Amend/Final File)
Ohio Medicaid·OH · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics·Specialty Services
Effective date
Jan 1, 2024
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Ohio Department of Medicaid has updated Rule 5160-44-22 regarding nursing facility-based level of care home and community-based services programs for waiver nursing services. This amendment became effective January 1, 2024, and appears to modify regulations for Medicaid waiver programs providing nursing services in home and community settings.
Action Required
For practices serving Ohio Medicaid waiver patients requiring nursing facility-level care in home/community settings: Review updated Rule 5160-44-22 effective January 1, 2024. Contact Ohio Department of Medicaid at 614-752-3877 for specific billing and documentation requirements under the revised waiver nursing services regulations.