Hospice payment method rule: Medicaid rates by state
2 states publish a Medicaid rate for hospice payment method rule. Rates range from $20.00 in Hawaii to $54.09 in South Dakota.
- States
- 2
- Median
- —
- Highest
- $54.09South Dakota
- Lowest
- $20.00Hawaii
Every state, ranked
| # | State | Rate | Unit | Per hour | Effective | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South DakotaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $54.09 | hour | — | 2026-10-01 | Official source |
| 2 | HawaiiAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $20.00 | % | — | 2021-10-01 | Official source |
Frequently asked questions
Which state pays the most for hospice payment method rule?
South Dakota: $54.09 per hour.
What is the average Medicaid rate for hospice payment method rule?
Across 2 states the median is —, comparing the same provider level in each state.
Other Hospice services
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