MedicaidCoverageMedium impact
Coverage of Smoking Cessation Products and Contraceptives
Maryland Medicaid·MD · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, OB-GYN +1 more·Managed Care Organizations
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Maryland Medicaid now requires coverage of smoking cessation products and contraceptives without cost-sharing for managed care organization members. This expands covered benefits for tobacco cessation aids and contraceptive methods.
Action Required
Review current billing practices for smoking cessation products and contraceptive services for Maryland Medicaid managed care patients. Verify these services are billed without patient cost-sharing requirements. Update billing staff on expanded coverage to ensure proper claim submission.