Billing code
Z1038 XP - Medicaid doula billing by state
See which state guides use Z1038 XP, how the line is billed, and what rate appears in the verified state data.
How Z1038 is used
DoulaPaid code pages show where a code appears in state doula billing guides. A code is not universal.
Short summary
Z1038 appears in DoulaPaid state guides for Medicaid doula services. Always open the state guide before using it on a claim.
Modifier examples
XP
Rate range
$162.11 appears in the current state records for this code.
Z1038 XP state comparison
Compare state use, then confirm the code in the state guide and payer source.
| State | Rate | How billed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $162.11 | Per-visit line | Additional postpartum visits with a second recommendation, up to nine visits |
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.