MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
MMP 26-11: Nursing Facility Bed Certification Criteria
Michigan Medicaid - MDHHS·MI · Geriatrics·Specialty Services
Effective date
Apr 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 16, 2026
Summary
Michigan Medicaid updated nursing facility bed certification criteria and application processes, requiring Medicare certification verification and substantial compliance findings from state agencies. Applications must be submitted during specific quarterly periods with complete documentation including floor plans and census data.
Action Required
Before April 1, 2026: Nursing facilities must update their Medicaid bed certification application processes to include Medicare certification verification and substantial compliance documentation. Ensure applications are submitted only during designated quarterly periods (January 1-February 15 for April 1 effective date) with complete floor plans, census data, and BCHS-HFD-100 forms. Incomplete applications during application periods will result in automatic denial.