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Elizabeth M. Whitehorn, Director

Provider Notice issued 08/11/2026

COVID At-Home Rapid Antigen Test Kit Quantity Limit

To:
 Enrolled Pharmacies
​Re:
 COVID At-Home Rapid Antigen Test Kit Quantity Limit
Date:
 August 11, 2026

This notice provides updated information for providers regarding COVID At-Home Rapid Antigen Test Kits billed through Medicaid-participating pharmacies. This update applies to both the Fee for Service (FFS) program and Managed Care Organization (MCO) plans.

Effective September 1, 2026, COVID At-Home Rapid Test Kits will be limited to a quantity of eight (8) per Medicaid customer per rolling calendar year (a 365-day period measured from the date the first test kit is dispensed).

A list of the covered COVID At-Home Rapid Antigen Test Kits can be found at Medicaid Preferred Drug List | HFS.

Questions regarding this notice may be directed to the Bureau of Professional and Ancillary Services at 877-782-5565, or the applicable MCO.

 

Laura Phelan
Administrator, Division of Medical Program