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Oregon Health PlanMedicaid · Administrative · Provider · OR · PsychiatryMedium impact

Changes to SRTF concurrent stay authorization timeframes effective June 1, 2026

Act
by Jun 1, 2026
Effective date
Jun 1, 2026
Identified
Jun 20, 2026

Summary

Starting June 1, 2026, SRTF (Secure Residential Treatment Facility) concurrent stay authorization requests must be submitted 30 days before the end of each 90-day Plan of Care period, reduced from the previous 45-day requirement. The POC will be extended in MMIS rather than creating new entries for concurrent stays.

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What to do

by Jun 1, 2026 · 3 steps
01Billing team must update SRTF authorization request timelines - submit concurrent stay authorization requests 30 days before POC end (not 45 days).
02Initial pre-authorizations remain at 45 days before approval period ends.
03Update scheduling systems and authorization tracking to reflect new 30-day timeline for concurrent stays to avoid authorization lapses.

Original notice

Changes to SRTF concurrent stay authorization timeframes effective June 1, 2026
oregon.gov · Always check the source before changing claims.
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