A weekly roundup of news, updates and reminders

Jan. 30, 2026

Welcome MHCP providers!

A new way to communicate with you

Knowledge is power, especially in times of stress. This new weekly email aims to keep providers informed of ongoing, new and factual developments at the Minnesota Department of Human Services. Our goal is to help keep you aware of changes that impact your work and the communities we serve together.

Mission

In collaboration with community and partners, the Minnesota Department of Human Services supports people to thrive in community and live their healthiest and fullest lives.

Vision

All people in Minnesota have what they need to thrive in community with no disparities.

Enrollment freeze

All provider enrollment applications in the 13 high-risk service areas have been paused, effective Jan. 27, 2026. Read today's news message for more details, and the original Jan. 8 news release announcing the freeze.

Off-cycle revalidation

The federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is requiring Minnesota to revalidate all providers who deliver high-risk services. For more details, refer to "Providers of high-risk services require enhanced enrollment screening" on the provider news and updates webpage. 

Pre-payment review

The online pre-payment review FAQ remains your go-to source for detailed answers to common questions. 

Program integrity

Minnesotans are concerned about fraud, waste and abuse in Medicaid programs. Learn what the department is doing to safeguard resources meant for vulnerable Minnesotans from criminals at the Medicaid program integrity website.

Telehealth and home visits

A reminder that enrollees can receive certain health care services without leaving home. Learn more about telehealth options (PDF) and home visits (provider news announcement).

Stay informed

Don't forget to sign up for GovDelivery email updates to get news from the department delivered straight to your inbox. We send information on a variety of health care topics — including this newsletter — that you choose.