This practical training is designed for school administrators, special education leaders, nurses, Medicaid coordinators, billing staff, and service providers who are responsible for supporting or managing school-based Medicaid programs. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of Arkansas Medicaid in the Schools (MITS), including the legal and regulatory foundations of Medicaid billing, available reimbursable services, provider enrollment requirements, parental consent procedures, documentation standards, and claim submission processes. The training also explores the connection between Medicaid, IDEA, and FAPE, helping districts understand how Medicaid reimbursement supports essential services for students with disabilities.
Attendees will leave with practical knowledge and tools to strengthen compliance, improve billing performance, and maximize reimbursement opportunities within their districts. Topics include therapy services, personal care, vision and hearing screenings, audiology, school-based mental health services, Medicaid Match requirements, audit readiness, remittance reconciliation, and best practices for internal controls. Whether your district is new to Medicaid billing or looking to improve existing processes, this training provides actionable guidance, resources, and real-world strategies to ensure services are delivered effectively while maintaining state and federal compliance.