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Direct Secure Messaging (DSM) How-To Guide

Alaska Medicaid·AK·Program Update
Effective date
Not stated
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Days to comply

Summary

Alaska Medicaid now offers Direct Secure Messaging (DSM) as a new HIPAA-compliant method to submit enrollment documents and service authorization requests. Providers can continue using existing fax/mail methods, but DSM provides a more secure transmission option with specific email addresses for different request types.

Action Required

Action needed
Optional: Consider setting up DSM account through HealtheConnect Alaska for secure document submission to Alaska Medicaid Fiscal Agent. Account setup costs $75 and provides encrypted email system for enrollment documents and service authorizations. Use specific email addresses provided for different submission types (enrollment, travel, dental, DME authorization requests).
Direct Secure Messaging (DSM) How-To Guide | Alaska Medicaid | PolicyChanges.app