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PASRR Update and Clarification of Resident Review Requirements Applicable to Nursing Facilities
Maryland Medicaid·MD · Geriatrics·Nursing Home
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Maryland Medicaid has updated PASRR (Pre-Admission Screening and Resident Review) requirements for nursing facilities, clarifying resident review procedures and screening protocols. This affects billing and administrative processes for nursing home admissions and ongoing resident assessments.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team should review the complete transmittal document PT19-12 to understand updated PASRR screening requirements. Update nursing facility admission workflows to ensure compliance with new resident review procedures. Coordinate with clinical staff to verify proper PASRR documentation is completed before billing for nursing facility services.