Communication specialist (IDD): Medicaid rates by state

2 states publish a Medicaid rate for communication specialist (IDD). The median is $55.84 per hour; per hour, rates range from $43.16 in Maine to $68.52 in California.

States: 2
Median per hour: $55.84
Highest: $68.52California
Lowest: $43.16Maine
Rates on file: 47

Communication specialist (IDD): highest and lowest states

Headline rate per state for the same provider level, converted to an hour.

#	State	Rate	Unit	Per hour	Effective
1	CaliforniaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider)	$68.52	hour	$68.52	2026-07-01

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Frequently asked questions

Which state pays the most for communication specialist (IDD)?

California: $68.52 per hour ($68.52 per hour).

What is the average Medicaid rate for communication specialist (IDD)?

Across 2 states the median is $55.84 per hour, comparing the same provider level in each state.

Other IDD services services

Supported employment (job coaching)48 states In-home and community living supports (IDD)40 states Prevocational services35 states Behavior support services (disability waiver)34 states Shared living / host home / family model28 states Community integration / community access (IDD)27 states ICF/IID stay (daily rate)26 states Employment exploration24 states Supported employment follow-along22 states Job development and self-employment outcome payments14 states Remote supports (technology-based supervision)14 states Consultative clinical assessment (IDD)12 states

Top states for this service

California Medicaid fee scheduleMaine Medicaid fee schedule