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Meals and Lodging Member Reimbursement Policy and Other Policy Clarifications for Non-emergency Medical Transportation
Wisconsin Medicaid (ForwardHealth)·WI·Medical Policy
Effective date
Sep 1, 2012
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Wisconsin Medicaid and BadgerCare Plus implemented a new meals and lodging reimbursement policy for members using non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) through LogistiCare. Members can receive meal reimbursements up to $10 per meal and lodging reimbursement based on distance traveled and time away from home, with specific eligibility criteria for trips over 100-200 miles one-way.
Action Required
No direct billing team action required. This policy affects patient transportation reimbursement through LogistiCare, not provider billing codes or claim submission processes. Billing staff should be aware that Wisconsin Medicaid/BadgerCare Plus members may inquire about meal and lodging reimbursement for long-distance medical appointments, and should direct them to contact LogistiCare at 1-866-907-1493.