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Clarification of Substance Use Disorder Services and Student Interns
Maryland Medicaid·MD · Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine·Substance Use (Abuse) Disorder
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Maryland Medicaid clarified that substance use disorder services can be provided by qualified student interns under proper supervision. This expands the pool of eligible providers for substance abuse treatment billing.
Action Required
For practices treating substance use disorders: Verify that student intern credentials and supervision requirements are properly documented before billing Maryland Medicaid. Update provider enrollment processes to include qualified student interns for substance abuse services.