SUD drug testing (collection and handling): Medicaid rates by state
3 states publish a Medicaid rate for sud drug testing (collection and handling), compared at the unlicensed practitioner level. Rates range from $9.15 in Montana to $16.33 in Ohio.
- States
- 3
- Median
- —
- Highest
- $16.33Ohio
- Lowest
- $9.15Montana
Every state, ranked
| # | State | Rate | Unit | Per hour | Effective | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | OhioUnlicensed (bachelor's/master's) behavioral health practitioner | $16.33 | encounter | — | 2024-01-01 | Official source |
| 2 | CaliforniaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $10.08 | — | — | 2026-10-01 | Official source |
| 3 | MontanaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $9.15 | per test | — | 2025-07-01 | Official source |
Frequently asked questions
Which state pays the most for sud drug testing (collection and handling)?
Ohio: $16.33 per encounter.
What is the average Medicaid rate for sud drug testing (collection and handling)?
Across 3 states the median is —, comparing the same provider level in each state.
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