Multisystemic therapy for youth: Medicaid rates by state
11 states publish a Medicaid rate for multisystemic therapy for youth, compared at the masters level level. Per hour, rates range from — in South Carolina to $289.20 in New Mexico.
- States
- 11
- Median per hour
- $166.16
- Highest
- $289.20New Mexico
- Lowest
- —South Carolina
Every state, ranked
| # | State | Rate | Unit | Per hour | Effective | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New MexicoMaster's-level staff | $72.30 | 15 min | $289.20 | 2025-01-01 | Official source |
| 2 | VirginiaMaster's-level staff | $61.83 | 15 min | $247.32 | 2024-01-01 | Official source |
| 3 | NebraskaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $50.89 | 15 min | $203.56 | 2026-07-01 | Official source |
| 4 | IowaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $46.37 | 15 min | $185.48 | 2023-03-01 | Official source |
| 5 | North CarolinaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $45.84 | 15 min | $183.36 | 2025-10-01 | Official source |
| 6 | ArizonaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $37.24 | 15 min | $148.96 | 2026-10-01 | Official source |
| 7 | LouisianaMaster's-level staff | $36.01 | 15 min | $144.04 | 2024-01-01 | Official source |
| 8 | PennsylvaniaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $28.44 | 15 min | $113.76 | 2020-01-17 | Official source |
| 9 | OregonAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $26.52 | 15 min | $106.08 | 2024-07-01 | Official source |
| 10 | WashingtonAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $20.90 | 15 min | $83.60 | 2024-01-01 | Official source |
| 11 | South CarolinaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $309.56 | day | — | 2026-07-01 | Official source |
Frequently asked questions
Which state pays the most for multisystemic therapy for youth?
New Mexico: $72.30 per 15 min ($289.20 per hour).
What is the average Medicaid rate for multisystemic therapy for youth?
Across 11 states the median is $166.16 per hour, comparing the same provider level in each state.
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