The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) provided the following training update this week:

ODM in partnership with Maximus, the Provider Network Management (PNM) module vendor, is excited to share that we are continuing our provider awareness and training efforts. Training is scheduled for August 7 - 21, and the training schedule is available on the PNM and Centralized Credentialing page. Below, you will find instructions on how to register and a list of topics covered in each session.

Registration steps for enrolling through the learning management system

Access the Absorb, Maximus's learning management system to register for the training. If you do not have an Absorb account, you must create one to access all training sessions, answer forms, and view various PNM module resources. For help, please see our job aid and follow the steps to create your account and/or register for training.

Training topics

• Provider Administrator User (PNM Dashboard/Homepage)
• Provider Administrator Role (Application)
• Provider Agent Role
• Individual Practitioner Updates & Revalidations
• Group/Organization Updates & Revalidations
• Managing and Updating Affiliations
• Behavioral Health Provider Updates & Specialty Changes
• Behavioral Health Provider Type Changes
• Fee-for-Service Claim Search & Submission
• Fee-for-Service Prior Authorization Search & Submission

Note: Additional session details are available within the Absorb course listing.

For more information:

To learn more about the PNM module and Centralized Credentialing, visit the PNM and Centralized Credentialing page on the Next Generation website. If you are experiencing technical issues accessing the PNM module or have specific questions, please contact the ODM Integrated Helpdesk at 800-686-1516 or IHD@medicaid.ohio.gov. The ODM Integrated Helpdesk is open 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, Eastern time.