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Local Contact Agency for MDS Section Q Referrals

Maryland Medicaid·MD · Geriatrics, Psychiatry·Nursing Home
Effective date
Not stated
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Days to comply
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Summary

Maryland Medicaid has established a local contact agency for MDS Section Q referrals in nursing homes. This change affects the referral process for nursing home residents requiring behavioral health services, specifying a new contact point for coordination.

Action Required

Action needed
Billing teams working with Maryland nursing homes should review the transmittal document to identify the new local contact agency for MDS Section Q behavioral health referrals. Update referral workflows and contact information as specified in the policy document.

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