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LTC Monthly Processing Schedule for Calendar Year 2026
Louisiana Medicaid·LA · Palliative Care·Provider Update
Effective date
Jan 8, 2026
We identified it
Jun 18, 2026
Summary
Gainwell has released the 2026 Long Term Care (LTC) monthly processing schedule for EDI/UB claims affecting Long Term Care, ICF-DD, and Hospice Room & Board services. The policy establishes specific monthly submission deadlines at 12 noon, with regular monthly check releases and supplemental processing dates throughout 2026.
Action Required
Before January 8, 2026: Billing team must update LTC claim submission calendar with new 2026 deadlines - submit EDI (837I) or UB-04 claims to Gainwell by 12 noon on scheduled dates to receive payment on regular check release dates. Write 'Attention LTC' prominently on envelopes and cover sheets. Send UB claims via Federal Express or overnight mail. Missing deadlines will delay payment to next monthly check write cycle.