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Policy Clarification Capped-Rental Items: Prescription Validity and the 13-Month Rental Period

Q: Who is affected by this change?

This affects Alaska Medicaid PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab), Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy providers in AK on Medicaid plans.

Alaska Medicaid·AK · PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab), Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy·Policy Update

Effective date

Not stated

We identified it

Jun 21, 2026

Days to comply

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Summary

Alaska Medicaid clarifies that DME suppliers do not need a new prescription when capped-rental equipment reaches the 13th month, provided the rental was uninterrupted and conditions are met. Any break in use requires a current prescription before billing the 13th month.

Action Required

Action needed

For Alaska Medicaid DME capped-rental claims: Ensure continuous billing documentation for 13-month rentals to avoid new prescription requirements. If any break in use occurs during rental period, obtain current prescription before billing 13th month. Update billing procedures to track rental continuity and maintain documentation of continued medical need throughout rental period.

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Alaska Medicaid policies AK policy changes PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab)Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy