MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
HCBS Provider Claims Update
Louisiana Medicaid·LA·Specialty Services
Effective date
Dec 18, 2025
We identified it
Jun 18, 2026
Summary
Claims previously denied with error code 194 for the 12/16/25 check write have been recycled and are being reissued as paper checks via overnight delivery. Checks will arrive 12/18-12/19 at the Pay-To Address on file, with P.O. Box addresses receiving checks on or after 12/19 due to USPS delivery limitations.
Action Required
Immediately: Monitor for paper check deliveries arriving 12/18-12/19 via overnight mail at your Pay-To Address on file. Billing team should track receipt of reissued payments for previously denied claims with error code 194 from the 12/16/25 check write. If your practice has a P.O. Box on file, expect delivery on or after 12/19.