MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
MSA 20-24
Michigan Medicaid - MDHHS·MI · Pediatrics·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Mar 10, 2020
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Michigan temporarily waives Medicaid application requirements for CSHCS beneficiaries with low income during COVID-19 emergency, eliminating the 90-day temporary eligibility period. Additionally, nurse practitioners and physician assistants can now complete medical reports for CSHCS eligibility when working within approved pediatric subspecialist practices.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team should note that CSHCS beneficiaries in Michigan with lowest payment agreement ($120/year) no longer require 90-day temporary eligibility periods and receive 12-month coverage. Update patient eligibility verification processes to reflect that nurse practitioners and physician assistants can complete medical reports for CSHCS eligibility when working with approved pediatric subspecialists. Encourage but do not require Medicaid applications for eligible families.