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Mobility Assistive Devices (Wheelchairs) - MEDICAID - KENTUCKY (Revised)
Humana·KY · Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Geriatrics +1 more·Medicaid
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Jul 21, 2026
Summary
This policy provides definitional clarification on wheelchair classification as durable medical equipment (DME) under Kentucky Medicaid, distinguishing between manual (self-propelled or attendant-propelled) and powered (battery-operated, electronically controlled) wheelchairs. This is a revised policy with no substantive coverage or billing changes indicated—it appears to be informational/definitional in nature.
Action Required
No immediate action required. Billing team should flag this policy as reference material for wheelchair/DME claim submissions to Kentucky Medicaid. If your practice bills wheelchair claims to KY Medicaid, ensure your prior authorization and claim submission processes are already aligned with DME requirements (which this policy confirms but does not change). No workflow modifications are necessary unless your current processes are non-compliant with existing DME guidelines.