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Real ID FAQ
Alaska Medicaid·AK·Program Update
Effective date
May 7, 2025
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Summary
Alaska Medicaid has issued guidance clarifying that they will not cover transportation costs for members to obtain REAL ID documentation, which becomes required for domestic flights on May 7, 2025. This affects Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) coverage and reimbursement policies.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing and patient coordination staff should inform Alaska Medicaid patients that NEMT will not cover transportation solely for obtaining REAL ID. Advise patients to plan REAL ID acquisition during existing medical travel when schedules permit. Do not submit claims for transportation related to REAL ID acquisition as these will be denied.