The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) will begin to launch its Next Generation of Ohio Medicaid program beginning July 1, 2022, with the implementation of OhioRISE, a coordinated care program for children with complex behavioral health needs. Other Medicaid programs will be implemented in the following months on a staggered basis to keep the focus on the individual and honor member choice to allow for a smooth transition. This staggered start ensures continuity of care, limits confusion, and reduces complexities surrounding the anticipated end of the federal public health emergency (PHE) and provides the necessary time for provider testing and training.
The staggered implementation will occur in three stages:
Ohio Medicaid is committed to launching the Next Generation of Ohio Medicaid correctly. The staggered timeline assures no disruption to members’ care or provider support. Eligible members will continue to receive the full complement of Medicaid benefits available today, and providers will continue serving the 3.34 million Ohioans covered by Medicaid, working with current managed care organizations using processes and procedures practiced today.
Please contact ODMNextGen@medicaid.ohio.gov with any questions.