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Medicaid Coverage of Peer Recovery Support Services in Licensed Community-Based SUD Programs
Maryland Medicaid·MD · Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine·Substance Use (Abuse) Disorder
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Maryland Medicaid now covers peer recovery support services provided in licensed community-based substance use disorder treatment programs. This adds new billable services for practices providing addiction treatment and recovery support.
Action Required
Billing team should review the full Maryland Medicaid provider transmittal document to identify specific billing codes, coverage requirements, and documentation standards for peer recovery support services. Update billing system to include any new covered services for Maryland Medicaid patients in substance use disorder programs.