MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
Interpreter Services
Maryland Medicaid·MD·Managed Care Organizations
Effective date
Jun 16, 1998
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Maryland MCOs are now required to ensure interpreter services are provided to non-English speaking and deaf enrollees. MCOs who direct providers to arrange these services remain ultimately responsible if the service is not provided and must verify provider compliance.
Action Required
Immediately: Providers working with Maryland Medicaid MCOs must verify they can provide or arrange qualified interpreter services for non-English speaking and deaf patients. Contact your MCO to confirm compliance requirements and reporting procedures. Document interpreter service arrangements in patient records.