MedicaidReimbursementMedium impact

One-time Rate Increase for Home and Community Based Services

Q: Who is affected by this change?

This affects Maryland Medicaid Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy providers in MD on Medicaid plans.

Maryland Medicaid·MD · Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy·Provider Transmittal

Effective date

Not stated

We identified it

Jun 20, 2026

Days to comply

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Summary

Maryland Medicaid has announced a one-time rate increase for Home and Community Based Services (HCBS). This policy change affects reimbursement rates for providers delivering HCBS in Maryland's Medicaid program.

Action Required

Action needed

Billing team should review the full Provider Transmittal PT 17-22 document to determine specific rate changes and implementation timeline. Update fee schedules in billing system once effective date and new rates are confirmed from the complete policy document.

Related policy hubs

Maryland Medicaid policies MD policy changes Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Speech Therapy