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5160-8-26 - Anesthesiologist assistant (AA) services: eligible providers and coverage and limitations. (Rescind/Final File)
Ohio Medicaid·OH · Anesthesiology·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jan 1, 2017
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Ohio Medicaid has rescinded Rule 5160-8-26 regarding anesthesiologist assistant (AA) services coverage, eligible providers, and limitations. This rule removal eliminates previous guidance on how AA services should be billed and covered under Ohio Medicaid.
Action Required
For Ohio providers: Review current anesthesiologist assistant billing practices for Medicaid patients. Contact Ohio Medicaid at 614-752-3877 (Tommi Potter) to clarify new billing requirements and coverage limitations for AA services since the previous rule has been rescinded. Update billing procedures based on current Ohio Medicaid guidance.