Texas Medicaid Update: Simplified Enrollment for Enhanced LTSS Rates
Starting August 1, 2024, it will be easier for LTSS providers to get extra payment. Providers contracted with UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Texas just need to enroll in the ACEP program to receive higher rates when submitting claims. Enrollment with HHSC is no longer required first.
New this year
In the past, all LTSS providers had to join ACEP through HHSC. Now, only providers with a fee-for-service contract with Texas HHS need to enroll.
How to enroll
Complete the UnitedHealthcare ACEP form online no later than 5 p.m. on Oct. 01, 2024, to receive the increased payment rate of SFY 2025. You should do this annually during the enrollment period to maintain the improved rate.
What you need to know
ACEP is specifically for providers with STAR+PLUS and UnitedHealthcare Connected (Medicare-Medicaid Program).
When you enroll, they’ll pay you the higher rate for claims starting from September 1, 2024.
If this is your first time enrolling, they’ll mail you a Participation Agreement. Just sign it and send it back. They’ll start paying the higher rate once it’s processed.
Make sure to use your enhanced rate when submitting claims.
Resources
Visit the Texas HHS website and check the 2025 Rate Enhancement Attendant Compensation Information page for a full overview of the program.
Questions?
For additional information, contact your provider advocate. Send an email to uhc_cp_prov_relations@uhc.com or call 888-787-4107.
