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[Ohio] Reimbursement policy update: Preventive Medicine and Sick Visits on the Same Day

Published May 3, 2026

AI Summary

Ohio Anthem has updated their reimbursement policy for billing preventive medicine visits and sick visits on the same day. This affects how practices can bill when patients receive both preventive care and treatment for acute issues during a single appointment.

Action Required

Immediately: Review the full policy details at the provided URL to understand specific billing requirements for same-day preventive and sick visits. Update billing procedures and staff training accordingly. Verify modifier requirements and documentation standards to ensure proper reimbursement for combined visits.

Plan Types

Commercial

States

OH

Specialties

family-medicine, internal-medicine, general-practice, pediatrics, ob-gyn