MedicaidCoverageLow impact
HASA 22-14
Michigan Medicaid - MDHHS·MI · Hematology, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine +2 more·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Oct 1, 2021
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Michigan's Children's Special Health Care Services (CSHCS) has expanded eligibility to include adults age 21 and older with sickle cell disease, effective October 1, 2021. Adults with sickle cell disease can now receive specialty medical treatment and general dental treatment through CSHCS by submitting a medical report and application.
Action Required
For Michigan providers: Update patient eligibility verification processes to check for CSHCS coverage for adult patients (21+) with sickle cell disease. Train front desk staff to inform eligible patients about CSHCS application process through local health department representatives. Verify CSHCS coverage before billing specialty medical and dental services related to sickle cell disease.