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Oregon Health PlanMedicaid · Coverage · Plan contract · ORLow impact

Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) Nutrition-Related Supports updates

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by May 1, 2026
Effective date
Jul 1, 2026
Identified
Jun 20, 2026

Summary

Oregon Health Authority is implementing new Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) Nutrition-Related Supports benefits including Pantry Stocking and Fruit and Vegetable benefits for Coordinated Care Organizations (CCOs) effective July 1, 2026. CCOs must submit their HRSN Nutrition Readiness Plan by the updated deadline of May 1, 2026.

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What to do

by May 1, 2026 · 3 steps
01Oregon CCO billing teams must submit completed HRSN Nutrition Readiness Plan using the template provided by OHA on December 30, 2025.
02Contact Jessica.L.Wilson@oha.oregon.gov with questions.
03Prepare systems for new nutrition-related benefits billing starting July 1, 2026.

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Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) Nutrition-Related Supports updates
oregon.gov · Always check the source before changing claims.
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