2026 Schedule - Medicaid Medical Advisory Committee (MMAC)

In compliance with NDCC Sections 44-04-19 and 44-04-20, this provides public notice of the Medicaid Medical Advisory Committee (MMAC) for calendar year 2026.

The task force has established these meetings in 2026. Times listed are in Central Time.

Tuesday, February 17, 2026
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Virtually via Microsoft Teams

Tuesday, May 19, 2026
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Virtually via Microsoft Teams

Tuesday, August 18, 2026
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Virtually via Microsoft Teams

Public Notice - Medicaid State Plan Changes for Jan. 1, 2026

Effective for dates of service on or after January 1, 2026, North Dakota Medicaid will be providing a 3.2% inflationary increase for all Nursing Facility services. In addition, North Dakota is transitioning to a new classification system titled ND PDPM, to more accurately reflects residents’ health and care needs. Medicaid expenditures for these services are expected to increase $20 million for a 12-month period.