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BT202035: IHCP COVID-19 Response: IHCP revises policy for in-state ground transportation
Indiana Medicaid (IHCP)·IN · Emergency Medicine, Critical Care·Medical Policy
Effective date
Apr 3, 2020
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Indiana Medicaid (IHCP) has temporarily removed prior authorization requirements and trip limitations for all in-state ground medical transportation during the COVID-19 public health emergency, effective April 3, 2020. Transportation must still be medically necessary with proper documentation maintained.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team should verify current transportation claim submission processes align with temporary COVID-19 policy changes. Stop obtaining prior authorization for in-state ground transportation for Indiana Medicaid members. Ensure destination modifier 'H' is used when transporting to alternative COVID-19 treatment facilities. Note: This policy may no longer be active - verify current transportation requirements with IHCP.