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Adult Foster Care Bulletin 33: Electronic Visit Verification Registration and Compliance for Group Adult Foster Care Services
MassHealth·MA · Geriatrics·Specialty Services
Effective date
Jun 1, 2025
We identified it
Jun 18, 2026
Summary
MassHealth requires Group Adult Foster Care providers to register with Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system within 30 days and meet compliance thresholds for auto-approved visits. Claims edits will be implemented by July 2026 to require EVV verification for payment.
Action Required
By June 1, 2025: Group Adult Foster Care providers must register with Sandata EVV system or approved Alt-EVV system within 30 days of bulletin issuance. Billing team must ensure all home visits are documented in EVV system and meet auto-approved visit thresholds to avoid sanctions. Prepare for claims edits implementation by July 2026 that will require EVV verification for claim payment. Failure to register will result in administrative sanctions up to contract termination.