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 implemented a one-time rate increase for Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) including home health services. This affects reimbursement rates for qualifying HCBS providers in Maryland.

Action Required

Action needed

Billing team should review the full Maryland Medicaid Provider Transmittal PT 14-22 document to identify specific rate changes and effective dates. Update billing system fee schedules for HCBS and home health services for Maryland Medicaid patients. Verify new rates are applied correctly on claims.

Related policy hubs

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