MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
Superseded - FAQ for Urgent Travel
Alaska Medicaid·AK·Transportation
Effective date
Feb 19, 2026
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Summary
Alaska Medicaid has updated their urgent travel request process for non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT), requiring attestation forms to be submitted same-day when calling for urgent travel within 3 calendar days. The process streamlines documentation requirements and provides dedicated call center support for urgent requests.
Action Required
Immediately: For Alaska Medicaid patients needing urgent travel within 3 calendar days, submit Urgent Travel Attestation form via secure email (AKUrgentTravel@gainwelltechnologies.com) on the same day as calling NEMT Call Center. Providers must use handwritten or certified electronic signatures (no cursive fonts). Standard NEMT requests for appointments 4+ days out should continue using fax or DSM process.