MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
MSA 17-08
Michigan Medicaid - MDHHS·MI · Dentistry, Pediatrics, Psychiatry +1 more·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Apr 1, 2017
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Michigan Medicaid Provider Manual updated with multiple technical clarifications effective April 1, 2017, including changes to fluoride varnish application guidelines for children 0-35 months (now up to 4 times per year), behavioral health provider qualification requirements, and dental prior authorization processes.
Action Required
By April 1, 2017: Billing teams serving Michigan Medicaid beneficiaries must update fluoride varnish billing frequency for children 0-35 months to allow up to 4 applications per 12-month period. Update dental billing procedures to expect status letters instead of form copies for prior authorization responses. Review behavioral health provider enrollment requirements to ensure Master's level psychologists, social workers, professional counselors, and marriage/family therapists have unique NPIs on all claims.