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5160-2-79 - Reimbursement for LARC devices. (New/Final File)

Ohio Medicaid·OH · OB-GYN, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine·Reimbursement
Effective date
Jul 6, 2017
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Days to comply

Summary

Ohio Medicaid has established a new rule 5160-2-79 for reimbursement of LARC (Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptive) devices. This creates specific reimbursement guidelines for contraceptive devices like IUDs and implants under Ohio Medicaid coverage.

Action Required

Action needed
Ohio providers: Review current LARC device billing procedures for Medicaid patients. Contact Ohio Department of Medicaid at 614-752-3877 for specific reimbursement guidelines under rule 5160-2-79. Verify billing processes align with new reimbursement requirements for contraceptive devices.