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MMP 25-05: Corrections to Children's/Adolescent Products Parental/Legal Guardian Agreement/Consent
Michigan Medicaid - MDHHS·MI · Pediatrics·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Feb 13, 2025
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Michigan Medicaid corrected requirements for parental consent on children's durable medical equipment - evaluations are not required for all products and digital signatures are now accepted alongside handwritten ones. The consent must still be obtained before delivery and submitted with prior authorization requests when required.
Action Required
Immediately: DME billing teams in Michigan must update parental consent processes to accept both handwritten and digitally drawn signatures. Remove any requirements for home-based evaluations for all children's products - refer to Medicaid Provider Manual for specific evaluation requirements by product type. Ensure consent is still obtained before delivery and included with prior authorization requests.