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How to Become a Medicaid Provider for Home Care
To bill Medicaid for home care you need a state license, a Type 2 NPI, state Medicaid enrollment and screening, waiver or managed care contracts, EVV and authorizations.
Which Medicaid managed care plans do home care agencies contract with in Iowa?
Last verified October 17, 2026 · All Iowa resources
Iowa delivers long-term services and supports through 3 managed care plans in IA Health Link. Most Iowa Medicaid members, including people on home and community-based services waivers, get their services through IA Health Link managed care organizations. Iowa HHS lists three plans: Iowa Total Care, Molina Healthcare of Iowa and Wellpoint Iowa. Home care agencies contract with each plan to serve its members.
Which plans are there?
For the programs that pay for home care, see Iowa Medicaid waivers.
What should you confirm with the state?
Iowa is redesigning its HCBS waivers; confirm current service definitions with Iowa HHS and each plan.
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