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S9445 - Medicaid doula billing by state
See which state guides use S9445, how the line is billed, and what rate appears in the verified state data.
How S9445 is used
DoulaPaid code pages show where a code appears in state doula billing guides. A code is not universal.
Short summary
S9445 appears in DoulaPaid state guides for Medicaid doula services. Always open the state guide before using it on a claim.
Modifier examples
No modifier listed
Rate range
Known rate rows include $69.69, $100, $15.
S9445 state comparison
Compare state use, then confirm the code in the state guide and payer source.
| State | Rate | How billed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | $69.69 | Per-visit line | Prenatal/postpartum doula visit, part of the eight-visit pool |
| Rhode Island | $100 | Flat line | Prenatal doula visit, 60-minute minimum |
| Illinois | $15 | 15-minute units | Prenatal patient education (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.