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Updates and reminders about BRS authorization requirements
Oregon Health Plan·OR · Psychiatry·Provider
Effective date
Mar 25, 2025
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Oregon Medicaid now requires a signed release of information (ROI) for all BRS authorization requests for children not in state custody, effective immediately. Starting April 1, 2025, incomplete requests missing required documentation or ROI will be denied.
Action Required
Immediately: For all Oregon Medicaid BRS authorization requests, obtain signed ROI from guardian (or child if 18+) for children not in ODHS or OYA custody. By April 1, 2025: Ensure all BRS authorization forms include custody status documentation and comply with OAR requirements. Update authorization request workflows to include ROI verification step. Train staff on new documentation standards including weekly service reviews and proper record keeping per OAR 410-170-0030. Failure to include ROI or complete documentation will result in request denials.