A growing number of states have been approved to cover supportive housing services via their state Medicaid program. States differ on populations covered, delivery systems, and perhaps most critically, provider payment rates.

Adequate rates enable supportive housing to produce the strong health outcomes demonstrated in multiple studies. With adequate provider payment rates, communities can build and sustain strong provider networks that deliver high‑quality, effective services.

This brief highlights the states approved to cover Housing Related Services and their choices regarding payment mechanisms and rates.