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Is this Provider License-Exempt?

The ‘Is this Provider License-Exempt?’ field indicates whether the provider is license-exempt or if they hold an active license number.

Where to Find It

This information should be retained where the agency maintains records on Provider Information.


Rules and Guidelines

  • This information field is required; only one option may be selected.
  • This field has the following options:
    • Y: Yes, the provider is license-exempt
    • N: No, the provider is not license-exempt


Error Messages and Solutions

  • The Provider License-Exempt' field is required and cannot be left blank (WI176) [801A Electronic File Transfer], [801A Input/Edit].
    Problem: The 'Provider License-Exempt' field is blank.
    Solution: Enter the Provider License-Exempt information (Y or N).

  • The 'Provider License-Exempt' field is invalid (WI175) [801A Electronic File Transfer], [801A Input/Edit].
    Problem: The 'Provider License-Exempt' field is not one of the two valid options.
    Solution: Enter a valid option as provided above (Y or N).

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Last Reviewed: Wednesday, August 6, 2025
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