MedicaidReimbursementMedium impact
BT202429: IHCP clarifies HIP Rate Equalization Project
Indiana Medicaid (IHCP)·IN·Claims & Billing
Effective date
Mar 5, 2024
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
IHCP clarifies that the HIP Rate Equalization Project's alignment to 100% of Medicare rates applies only to professional services that have a Medicare rate. Services without Medicare rates, such as dental services, will follow the 2024 IHCP Professional Fee Schedule rates instead.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team should review current Indiana Medicaid claims to ensure proper rate expectations. For professional services with Medicare rates, expect 100% of Medicare rates for Hoosier Healthwise, Hoosier Care Connect, and fee-for-service programs. For services without Medicare rates (like dental), reference the 2024 IHCP Professional Fee Schedule at in.gov/medicaid/providers for correct payment rates.