MedicaidAdministrativeHigh impact
Criminal Background Checks and Monthly Claims Submission
Maryland Medicaid·MD·Provider Transmittal
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Maryland Medicaid requires criminal background checks for all providers and is implementing monthly claims submission deadlines instead of quarterly reporting. Providers must complete background verification and adjust billing cycles to meet new monthly submission requirements.
Action Required
Immediately: All providers must complete criminal background check requirements with Maryland Medicaid credentialing. Billing team must transition from quarterly to monthly claims submission cycles - verify current submission schedule and update billing workflows to ensure all claims are submitted monthly. Contact Maryland Medicaid for specific monthly deadline dates and background check procedures.