Behavioral health prevention education: Medicaid rates by state
5 states publish a Medicaid rate for behavioral health prevention education, compared at the clinical nurse specialist level. Per hour, rates range from — in Arizona to $101.58 in New Mexico.
- States
- 5
- Median per hour
- $101.58
- Highest
- $101.58New Mexico
- Lowest
- —Arizona
Every state, ranked
| # | State | Rate | Unit | Per hour | Effective | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New MexicoAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $50.79 | 30 min | $101.58 | 2025-01-01 | Official source |
| 2 | CaliforniaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $35.37 | — | — | 2026-10-01 | Official source |
| 3 | OklahomaBehavior technician (RBT / BT) | $30.07 | encounter | — | 2022-02-18 | Official source |
| 4 | MinnesotaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $11.92 | — | — | 2015-07-01 | Official source |
| 5 | ArizonaClinical nurse specialist | $8.94 | — | — | 2026-10-01 | Official source |
Frequently asked questions
Which state pays the most for behavioral health prevention education?
New Mexico: $50.79 per 30 min ($101.58 per hour).
What is the average Medicaid rate for behavioral health prevention education?
Across 5 states the median is $101.58 per hour, comparing the same provider level in each state.
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