MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
Electronic Signatures on Medical Orders
Maryland Medicaid·MD·Provider Transmittal
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Maryland Medicaid now accepts electronic signatures on medical orders, eliminating the need for wet signatures or printed documents. This streamlines the ordering process for medical equipment, prescriptions, and services requiring physician authorization.
Action Required
Immediately: Update workflow procedures to accept electronic signatures on all medical orders for Maryland Medicaid patients. Train providers and staff that electronic signatures are now valid and acceptable. Update documentation procedures to eliminate requirements for wet signatures or printed orders.