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Billing Policies for "128 - Beyond Statute" Denial Code
Maryland Medicaid·MD · Geriatrics·Nursing Home
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Maryland Medicaid has updated billing policies specifically for handling denial code '128 - Beyond Statute' for nursing home providers. This addresses claims that are being denied for exceeding statutory filing deadlines.
Action Required
Immediately: Nursing home billing staff must review the new Maryland Medicaid transmittal PT 71-25 to understand updated procedures for handling '128 - Beyond Statute' denial codes. Update billing workflows and denial management processes according to the new guidance to prevent future statutory deadline violations.