MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
MSA 17-45
Michigan Medicaid - MDHHS·MI · Psychiatry·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Jan 1, 2018
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Michigan establishes formal certification requirements for Peer Recovery Coaches serving Medicaid beneficiaries with substance use disorders, effective January 1, 2018. This policy affects billing for peer recovery services by requiring providers to ensure their Peer Recovery Coaches meet specific training, certification, and supervision requirements.
Action Required
By January 1, 2018: Providers billing for Peer Recovery Coach services must verify that staff meet all certification requirements including: minimum age 18, two continuous years in recovery, completion of MDHHS training/certification, and employment of at least 10 hours per week. Update credentialing files to document compliance. Ensure proper supervision structure is in place with qualified supervisors. Non-compliant services may be denied reimbursement.