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5160-33-02 - Definitions for the assisted living home and community based services waiver (HCBS) program. (Amend/Final File)
Ohio Medicaid·OH · Geriatrics, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine·Medical Policy
Effective date
Oct 13, 2022
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Ohio Department of Medicaid has updated definitions for the assisted living home and community based services waiver (HCBS) program under rule 5160-33-02. This is an administrative amendment that clarifies terminology and definitions used in Ohio's Medicaid HCBS waiver program for assisted living facilities.
Action Required
No immediate action required for billing teams unless your practice provides services to Ohio Medicaid HCBS waiver recipients in assisted living facilities. If applicable, review updated definitions to ensure proper service classification and documentation alignment with Ohio Medicaid requirements.