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5160:1-1-91 - Medicaid: alien emergency medical assistance (AEMA). (Rescind/Final File)
Ohio Medicaid·OH · Emergency Medicine·Medical Policy
Effective date
Aug 1, 2016
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Ohio's Medicaid rule 5160:1-1-91 regarding alien emergency medical assistance (AEMA) has been rescinded as of August 1, 2016. This policy change eliminates the specific guidelines that previously governed emergency medical services billing for non-citizen patients under Ohio Medicaid.
Action Required
Ohio providers should verify current Ohio Medicaid guidelines for emergency medical assistance coverage for non-citizen patients, as the previous rule 5160:1-1-91 is no longer in effect. Contact Ohio Department of Medicaid at 614-752-3877 for current billing procedures and eligibility requirements for this patient population.