MedicaidCoverageMedium impact
5160-1-21 - Telehealth during a state of emergency. (New/Emergency)
Ohio Medicaid·OH·Telehealth
Effective date
Mar 20, 2020
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Ohio Medicaid has implemented an emergency telehealth policy during state of emergency declarations. This policy was originally enacted in March 2020 and appears to have been reactivated, allowing expanded telehealth services and billing during emergency periods.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team should verify current telehealth billing capabilities for Ohio Medicaid patients during state emergency declarations. Review telehealth service documentation requirements and ensure proper modifier usage for telehealth claims. Contact Ohio Medicaid at 614-752-3877 for current guidance on covered telehealth services and billing procedures.