MedicaidCoverageMedium impact
Interpreter Services
Maryland Medicaid·MD·Managed Care Organizations
Effective date
Jan 24, 2000
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Maryland MCOs must ensure interpreter services are available for deaf and hearing impaired HealthChoice (Medicaid managed care) enrollees. MCOs cannot delegate this responsibility to providers and must monitor compliance or face sanctions.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing teams at Maryland practices serving HealthChoice enrollees must verify their MCO provides interpreter services for deaf/hearing impaired patients. Contact MCO to confirm coverage and billing procedures for interpreter services. Document MCO's interpreter service process and contact information for scheduling.