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S9444 HQ - Medicaid doula billing by state
See which state guides use S9444 HQ, how the line is billed, and what rate appears in the verified state data.
How S9444 is used
DoulaPaid code pages show where a code appears in state doula billing guides. A code is not universal.
Short summary
S9444 appears in DoulaPaid state guides for Medicaid doula services. Always open the state guide before using it on a claim.
Modifier examples
HQ
Rate range
$5 appears in the current state records for this code.
S9444 HQ state comparison
Compare state use, then confirm the code in the state guide and payer source.
| State | Rate | How billed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $5 | 15-minute units | Postpartum parenting education, group of two or more (per customer, per 15 minutes) |
Common mistakes
Assuming a code is billable in every Medicaid program.
Using the right code with the wrong state modifier or service line.
Counting noncovered time or admin work as billable units.
Using a rate row before checking provider setup, eligibility, visit notes, and payer review.