1870.015.00 Healthcare Coverage (UWHS) – DSS Manuals

IM-68 August 10, 2023 ; IM-122 December 30, 2013

UWHS coverage begins the first day of the month of application provided all eligibility factors are met. UWHS does not include prior quarter coverage.

Women in the UWHS program are eligible for the same services as women in the Extended Women’s Health Services (EWHS) program. These services are:

Approved methods of contraception;

Sexually transmitted disease testing and treatment, including pap tests and pelvic exams

Family planning, counseling, education on various methods of birth control; and

Drugs, supplies, or devices related to the women’s health services described above, when they are prescribed by a physician or advanced practice nurse.

There is no cost sharing for UWHS coverage. Services are provided through fee-for-service through approved MO HealthNet providers in all areas of the state.

The MO HealthNet Division (MHD) provides guidance to MO HealthNet providers of services covered by the various MO HealthNet eligibility codes (ME) codes. Refer to the benefit matrix located under “Covered Services” on the About the MO HealthNet Division webpage for listing of covered services. When responding to inquiries and at application for the UWHS program, explain the benefits and services available.