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Iowa EVV requirements

Iowa uses a MCO-chosen EVV model with CareBridge (selected by the managed care organizations) as the state vendor. Providers may use their own (alternate) EVV system if it meets state requirements.

Verified Oct 6, 2026Sources: official state and federal agencies

Model
MCO-chosen
State vendor
CareBridge (selected by the managed care organizations)
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Electronic visit verification

Iowa EVV at a glance

Iowa uses a MCO-chosen EVV model with CareBridge (selected by the managed care organizations) as the state vendor. Providers may use their own (alternate) EVV system if it meets state requirements.

Model
MCO-chosen
State vendor
CareBridge (selected by the managed care organizations)
Services in scope
  • personal care
  • attendant care
  • homemaker
  • home health
Personal care: in effect since
Jan 1, 2021
Home health: in effect since
Jan 1, 2024
Alternate EVV allowed
Yes
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What EVV system does Iowa Medicaid use?

Iowa uses a MCO-chosen EVV model with CareBridge (selected by the managed care organizations) as the state vendor. Providers may use their own (alternate) EVV system if it meets state requirements.