This 2020 overview of state Medicaid coverage of family and youth peer support services, prepared by the Institute for Innovation and Implementation at the University of Maryland School of Social Work, describes the efforts of states who reimburse for these peer support services. It includes information on Medicaid funding mechanism, billing codes, reimbursement rates, and workforce qualifications. The report is intended to be used by policymakers and community leaders to inform the design, financing, and implementation of these services.
Funding Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Medicaid Funding for Family and Youth Peer Support Programs in the United States
A 2020 overview of state Medicaid coverage of family and youth peer support services prepared by the Institute for Innovation and Implementation at the University of Maryland School of Social Work