District of Columbia denial decoder

Managed care payment path needs confirmation

DHCF states the 2026 amounts are base rates for managed care services, and providers must confirm reimbursement with the managed care plan.

Denial guidance uses state billing sources.
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Managed care payment path needs confirmation

DHCF states the 2026 amounts are base rates for managed care services, and providers must confirm reimbursement with the managed care plan.

Next action

Confirm whether the client is FFS or managed care and follow the plan's submission instructions.

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