Bayou Health has revised an Informational Bulletin for providers today.

Informational Bulletin 12-25, "Claims Payment for Dental Services by an Oral Surgeon" has been revised. Please note that language has been revised to indicate that effective Feb. 1, 2015:

• Health Plans are now responsible for the reimbursement of oral surgeries, provided by Oral Surgeons, using CPT procedure codes and
• All CDT procedure codes should be billed to MCNA Dental, per their policy and procedures.

Informational Bulletins cover a variety of topics related to Bayou Health, and all are available at www.MakingMedicaidBetter.com. 

The content of this document is produced by the Department of Health and Hospitals and provided for informational purposes only. This information does not supersede any requirements or guidance provided in the contract between the provider and the Managed Care Organization (MCO). Please be sure to verify any areas of concern in the MCO provider manual.