Ohio lawmakers approved an $875 million payment package on June 11, 2026, after the Ohio Supreme Court determined that the state had incorrectly calculated certain Medicaid reimbursements for nursing homes, resulting in significant underpayments. The funding is part of a budget correction bill that will be sent to Governor Mike DeWine for approval. The court's September 2025 ruling indicated that the state used an improper methodology for calculating Medicaid quality payments, leading to hundreds of millions of dollars in owed payments to nursing homes. The approved package includes approximately $310 million from state funds and $565 million from federal funding to resolve the issue. Nursing home operators had argued that the state did not adequately consider the medical complexity of residents when determining reimbursement rates. The legislation mandates that providers accepting the funds waive any future legal claims related to the disputed payment formula.
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Ohio Legislature Approves $875 Million Payment for Nursing Homes Following Court Ruling
The Ohio legislature has approved an $875 million payment package to nursing homes following a ruling by the Ohio Supreme Court that the state miscalculated Medicaid reimbursements. The funding aims to address underpayments resulting from the incorrect formula used in previous budget cycles.
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Ohio Legislature Approves $875 Million Payment for Nursing Homes Following Court Ruling