MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
First Quarter 2023
Molina Healthcare·ID·Provider Bulletin
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Molina Healthcare strongly encourages electronic claim submission through Availity Essentials portal or EDI clearinghouse to reduce costs and delays. Paper claims must be submitted on original red/white CMS-1500 or UB-04 forms with specific formatting requirements to avoid rejection.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team should prioritize electronic claim submission through Availity Essentials portal or existing EDI clearinghouse for all Molina claims. If paper claims necessary, ensure use of original red/white CMS-1500 and UB-04 forms with 10 or 12-point Times New Roman font in black ink, mailed to PO Box 22617, Long Beach, CA 90801. Update staff training on form requirements to prevent rejections.