MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
Renaming of Adult Evaluation and Review Services, Change in Scope and Transition from the Statewide Evaluation and Planning Services Assessment
Maryland Medicaid·MD·Community First Choice
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Maryland Medicaid is renaming and changing the scope of Adult Evaluation and Review Services (AERS) and transitioning from the STEPS Assessment process. This affects Community First Choice program services and evaluation procedures.
Action Required
Immediately: Review the full policy document at the provided URL to understand specific changes to Adult Evaluation and Review Services billing and documentation requirements. Update billing procedures and staff training for Community First Choice services to reflect the new AERS scope and transition from STEPS Assessment. Contact Maryland Medicaid for clarification on specific billing code changes and effective dates.