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Standing Order for Doula Services Reissued
NY Medicaid·NY·Provider Bulletin
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Aug 7, 2026
Summary
This is a New York State Medicaid policy bulletin announcing a 30-day public comment period (open through August 21, 2026) for the Section 1115(a) Medicaid Redesign Team (MRT) waiver extension application. The policy outlines continuation and amendments to existing Medicaid initiatives including managed care, HRSN services, SUD treatment, and workforce programs, with no immediate billing changes required at this time.
Action Required
No immediate action required for billing operations. This is an informational bulletin regarding a public comment period for a Medicaid waiver extension. Billing teams should monitor for follow-up guidance after the comment period closes on August 21, 2026, and after CMS approval of the extension (scheduled to take effect April 1, 2027). Practices serving NYS Medicaid beneficiaries may subscribe to the MRT Listserv at the NYS Department of Health website to receive updates on final waiver determinations and any resulting billing or coverage changes.