Update regarding reduction in reimbursement for nonhospital-based laboratory services

The Indiana Health Coverage Programs (IHCP) implemented a 5% reduction in reimbursement for nonhospital-based laboratory providers effective July 1, 2011, through June 30, 2013. This reimbursement reduction has been extended to dates of service through December 31, 2013. Effective for dates of service on or after January 1, 2014, reimbursement rates will return to their pre-reduction levels. This change will be applied to all Traditional Medicaid, Hoosier Healthwise, and Care Select claims, including Medicare crossover claims.