Ambulance extras (waiting time, extra attendant, neonatal): Medicaid rates by state
16 states publish a Medicaid rate for ambulance extras (waiting time, extra attendant, neonatal). Rates range from $0.35 in Vermont to $176.60 in Louisiana.
- States
- 16
- Median
- —
- Highest
- $176.60Louisiana
- Lowest
- $0.35Vermont
Every state, ranked
| # | State | Rate | Unit | Per hour | Effective | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LouisianaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $176.60 | — | — | 2023-07-01 | Official source |
| 2 | ArizonaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $123.64 | — | — | 2026-10-01 | Official source |
| 3 | MontanaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $55.62 | — | — | 2025-01-01 | Official source |
| 4 | KansasAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $48.00 | — | — | 2007-07-01 | Official source |
| 5 | South CarolinaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $37.71 | — | — | 2011-07-11 | Official source |
| 6 | NevadaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $25.66 | — | — | 2024-01-01 | Official source |
| 7 | IndianaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $14.54 | unit | — | 2026-01-01 | Official source |
| 8 | ColoradoAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $14.44 | — | — | 2021-07-01 | Official source |
| 9 | MinnesotaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $14.33 | — | — | 2026-01-01 | Official source |
| 10 | New JerseyAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $12.00 | — | — | 2025-01-01 | Official source |
| 11 | IllinoisAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $11.28 | — | — | 2019-10-01 | Official source |
| 12 | KentuckyAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $10.00 | — | — | 2022-01-01 | Official source |
| 13 | OhioAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $9.01 | — | — | 2010-01-01 | Official source |
| 14 | WisconsinAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $4.85 | — | — | 2022-01-01 | Official source |
| 15 | VirginiaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $1.00 | — | — | 2008-04-01 | Official source |
| 16 | VermontAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $0.35 | — | — | 2019-01-01 | Official source |
Frequently asked questions
Which state pays the most for ambulance extras (waiting time, extra attendant, neonatal)?
Louisiana: $176.60.
What is the average Medicaid rate for ambulance extras (waiting time, extra attendant, neonatal)?
Across 16 states the median is —, comparing the same provider level in each state.
Other Transportation services
Ground ambulance transport42 statesAmbulance mileage40 statesAir ambulance transport38 statesNon-emergency medical transportation (NEMT)37 statesWaiver transportation (to community activities)33 statesStaff mileage add-on10 statesTravel lodging for a medical appointment (per night)5 statesEscort / attendant on waiver transportation3 states
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