Staff mileage add-on: Medicaid rates by state
4 states publish a Medicaid rate for staff mileage add-on, compared at the self directed level. Per hour, rates range from — in Illinois to $22.20 in Massachusetts.
- States
- 4
- Median per hour
- $22.20
- Highest
- $22.20Massachusetts
- Lowest
- —Illinois
Every state, ranked
| # | State | Rate | Unit | Per hour | Effective | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MassachusettsAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $0.37 | 1 Minute | $22.20 | 2025-07-01 | Official source |
| 2 | CaliforniaSelf-directed worker (hired by the person or family) | $1.67 | mile | — | 2026-07-01 | Official source |
| 3 | MinnesotaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $0.70 | mile | — | 2026-01-01 | Official source |
| 4 | IllinoisAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $0.67 | mile | — | 2026-01-01 | Official source |
Frequently asked questions
Which state pays the most for staff mileage add-on?
Massachusetts: $0.37 per 1 Minute ($22.20 per hour).
What is the average Medicaid rate for staff mileage add-on?
Across 4 states the median is $22.20 per hour, comparing the same provider level in each state.
Other Transportation services
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