Billing code
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.
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S9445 state comparison
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| 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) |