Assisted Living News 2026Apr9
Kierstin Reed • April 9, 2026
Therap and DHHS have worked on some updates regarding accessing the 835 information for claims submitted
Please join the Therap and ADTBI Teams to review updates to the Billing Process for Nebraska Assisted Living Facilities.
- Date & Time: Apr 22, 2026 (1:00PM CST)
- Registration Link: https://therapservices.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-yjfLTLdR1OUMHYtpa8UXQ
Other reminders and helpful information:
E-mail is the best way to initiate contact when you have questions or get stuck. Email Addresses (include Medicaid provider number when emailing):
- Therap Contact: Nesupport@Therapservices.net
- DDD Program Contact: DHHS.TherapADTBI@Nebraska.gov
- Trading Partner Contact: DHHS.MedicaidEDI@nebraska.gov
As Waiver providers you are expected to use Therap to submit claims and not an alternative clearinghouse.
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