Crisis intervention (behavioral health): Medicaid rates by state
7 states publish a Medicaid rate for crisis intervention (behavioral health), compared at the physician psychologist level. Per hour, rates range from — in Illinois to $148.76 in Minnesota.
- States
- 7
- Median per hour
- $63.33
- Highest
- $148.76Minnesota
- Lowest
- —Illinois
Every state, ranked
| # | State | Rate | Unit | Per hour | Effective | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MinnesotaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $37.19 | 15 min | $148.76 | 2026-05-21 | Official source |
| 2 | WisconsinPhysician or licensed psychologist (incl. BCBA-D) | $27.56 | 15 min | $110.24 | 2023-01-01 | Official source |
| 3 | ArizonaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $63.33 | hour | $63.33 | 2026-10-01 | Official source |
| 4 | ColoradoAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $12.79 | 15 min | $51.16 | 2026-07-01 | Official source |
| 5 | VirginiaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $31.06 | hour | $31.06 | 2024-01-01 | Official source |
| 6 | CaliforniaPhysician or licensed psychologist (incl. BCBA-D) | $403.33 | — | — | 2026-07-01 | Official source |
| 7 | IllinoisAssistant behavior analyst (BCaBA / LaBA) | $60.57 | 1/4 hr | — | 2024-01-01 | Official source |
Frequently asked questions
Which state pays the most for crisis intervention (behavioral health)?
Minnesota: $37.19 per 15 min ($148.76 per hour).
What is the average Medicaid rate for crisis intervention (behavioral health)?
Across 7 states the median is $63.33 per hour, comparing the same provider level in each state.
Other Behavioral health services
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