As we move through 2026, there have been several important updates to Indiana Medicaid and managed care dental coverage that impact both patients and dental providers across the state. Understanding these changes is critical to ensuring uninterrupted care and maximizing your benefits. 🔄 Major Change: MDwise Exit from Indiana Medicaid The most significant update in 2026 is the removal of MDwise as a managed care entity (MCE) . As of January 1, 2026 , MDwise is no longer a participating Medicaid plan for: Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP) Hoosier Healthwise Patients previously covered by MDwise were required to transition to one of the remaining plans: Anthem CareSource Managed Health Services (MHS) Those who did not select a plan during open enrollment were automatically reassigned . 👉 What this means: Coverage did not end , but networks, providers, and dental benefits may have changed depending on the new plan. 🗓️ Transition Period & April 2026 Dea...
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