Oct 12, 2023
Dental Medicaid
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Latest Medicaid News
Aug 29, 2023
Jul 19, 2023
Updated Apple Health Billing Codes and Fee Schedule
Attention Medicaid Providers: The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) recently published updates to the Dental-related Services billing guide, Orthodontic Services billing guide, and Dental Program fee schedule.
Jun 26, 2023
May 10, 2023
HCA: Correction – Dental Services End of EPA #870001607 and Discontinued Use of CDT® Code D0170
The Health Care Authority (HCA) sent a provider alert on April 14, 2023, regarding the end of expedited prior authorization (EPA) number 870001607 and the discontinued use of CDT® code D0170. The dates of service were listed incorrectly as “on and after May 11, 2023” to align with the ending of the public health emergency (PHE).
Medicaid Transition to Managed Care Cancelled
The 2019 Legislature has directed the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) to continue to administer the dental Medicaid program through fee-for-service. The HCA may not proceed with a carved-out or carved-in managed care dental option at this time.
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