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Updates to Medicaid Coverage of Fertility Preservation Services for Iatrogenic Infertility, Effective October 7, 2023
Maryland Medicaid·MD · Oncology, OB-GYN, Endocrinology·Provider Transmittal
Effective date
Oct 7, 2023
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Maryland Medicaid has updated coverage policies for fertility preservation services specifically for patients experiencing iatrogenic infertility (infertility caused by medical treatment). This affects billing for fertility preservation procedures when medically necessary due to treatments that may cause infertility.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team should review the full Provider Transmittal PT 46-24 document to understand specific coverage criteria and documentation requirements for fertility preservation services under Maryland Medicaid. Update billing procedures for patients undergoing treatments that may cause iatrogenic infertility to ensure proper coverage verification and documentation.