MedicaidAdministrativeLow impact
MSA 18-21
Michigan Medicaid - MDHHS·MI·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Aug 1, 2018
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Michigan Medicaid clarifies that beneficiaries can maintain their benefits during appeals if they request a hearing before the effective date of any eligibility termination or benefit reduction. This administrative change provides clearer guidance on timing for hearing requests and benefit continuation.
Action Required
No immediate action required for billing team. This is an administrative policy clarifying patient appeal rights and benefit continuation during hearings. Review policy to understand that Michigan Medicaid benefits may continue during patient appeals, which could affect eligibility verification timing.