Medicaid Vaccine Reimbursement Remains Variable Across States and Provider Types, 2025 Analysis Shows

A 50-state review finds persistent disparities in how Medicaid reimburses physician offices, pharmacies, and FQHCs for adult vaccines, with physician offices typically paid less than Medicare rates and pharmacies receiving low administration fees. While some states have modestly increased non-COVID vaccine administration rates and expanded pharmacy billing permissions, new federal fiscal constraints and potential ACIP recommendation changes may further pressure state vaccine access policies. These reimbursement structures directly affect managed care contracting strategies and network adequacy for preventive services.

Pharmacy · Managed Care · Finance

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