Hospital day awaiting discharge (alternate level of care): Medicaid rates by state
3 states publish a Medicaid rate for hospital day awaiting discharge (alternate level of care). Rates range from $238.00 in West Virginia to $282.17 in New York.
- States
- 3
- Median
- —
- Highest
- $282.17New York
- Lowest
- $238.00West Virginia
Every state, ranked
| # | State | Rate | Unit | Per hour | Effective | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New YorkAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $282.17 | day | — | 2025-01-01 | Official source |
| 2 | New JerseyAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $267.77 | — | — | 2026-01-01 | Official source |
| 3 | West VirginiaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider) | $238.00 | day | — | 2026-04-01 | Official source |
Frequently asked questions
Which state pays the most for hospital day awaiting discharge (alternate level of care)?
New York: $282.17 per day.
What is the average Medicaid rate for hospital day awaiting discharge (alternate level of care)?
Across 3 states the median is —, comparing the same provider level in each state.
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