FAQs on Medicaid Financing for LGBTQ+-Affirming Behavioral Health Services

Medicaid covers a variety of LGBTQ+-affirming services, but it is not always clear which services are eligible or how providers should bill for them. This document provides answers to frequently asked questions about financing LGBTQ+-affirming behavioral health services through Medicaid. The types of care addressed include group therapy, family therapy, gender-affirming care, and culturally adapted programs. Links to additional resources and further reading are also provided. Visit lgbtqequity.org for more resources and tools.