MedicaidBilling CodesMedium impact
Add-on fee for interpreter services now open for fee-for-service payment
Oregon Health Plan·OR·Provider
Effective date
Jan 1, 2021
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Oregon Health Plan now pays a $60 administrative add-on fee for interpreter services provided during fee-for-service healthcare visits from January 1, 2021 through June 30, 2021. This fee is billable once per visit when using qualified interpreters with covered OHP services.
Action Required
Immediately for Oregon providers: Update billing system to include CDT code D9990 for dental visits and HCPCS code T1013 for other visits when interpreter services are provided. Bill $60 add-on fee once per date of service. Document use of qualified or certified healthcare interpreters in medical records. Ensure interpreters meet Oregon Revised Statute Chapter 413 requirements. Do not bill with bundled services like inpatient stays or encounter rate services.