Over the past several years, maternity reimbursement structures have shifted significantly, particularly with the transition away from global maternity billing toward individual claim billing models. These changes increase claim volume, payment posting complexity, statement processing, and secondary insurance coordination. To ensure long-term sustainability, regulatory clarity, and fair alignment between administrative workload and compensation, I will be transitioning from a

Critical Billing Changes for Midwives & Maternity Providers Updated February 2026 1. Introduction This bulletin provides essential guidance on upcoming changes in maternity billing practices for providers in Alaska, effective January 1, 2027 . The traditional global obstetric billing model used in the United States is being restructured , and providers must understand how to prepare for the transition to ensure accurate claims and fair reimbursement. 2. What’s Changing in 20

I'm attaching a message from Medicaid posted 8/30/2024 in case you may have missed it.  "The Department issues new guidance, effective...

I have been testing discounts and seasonal rate reductions over the past 2 years to see if this was manageable for my business as well as...

The services listed below are non-covered for direct-entry midwives. This list is representative of non-covered services and procedures...

I have received multiple texts, calls and emails from several midwives this weekend with concerns about Certified Direct-Entry Midwives...

I wanted to share what information I have on the repealing of the 80th Percentile Rule as of October, 2023 including direct links, FAQs,...

For providers needing to submit multiple office or home visits at once, you can use the electronic superbill form or print and fill the...

Medicaid offices are no longer accept provider birth verification forms, and instead request members to contact the public assistance...

Please visit the links below for a complete overview of the proposed changes to 3AAC 26.110. http://notice.alaska.gov/209678...

There are some codes available to bill for after hours services. Medicaid will reimburse for code 99050 with records. These codes should...

If you are renewing your professional licenses this year, Medicaid will require a copy of your updated license copies by no later than...

Regular in-office hours are 10-4 Monday - Thursday. Days and Times I will be out-of-office: December 26th - Christmas Day Observed...

Effective 11/25/2022 the AK NB Screening fee will increase from $159.50 to $190.50. I have sent an email to Everyone letting you know...

I wanted to do a special announcement for all Medicaid providers and families about Denali Care's Pregnancy and Newborn coverage. A lot...

If you have not already received your audit report from me, you can expect it within the next few weeks. I will provide the full...

If you have a Medicaid patient who may require travel reimbursement (out-of-area or within their community), they may be eligible for...

A summary of updates and an opportunity for feedback was emailed to everyone on March 10th, 2022 for the following: Incomplete patient...