The Ohio Medicaid School Program
The Medicaid School Program, administered by the Department of Medicaid, reimburses schools and districts for some school-based therapy services provided to students who receive Medicaid.
The Medicaid School Program reimburses schools and districts for the federal match for school-based Medicaid services that are part of a student’s Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) or a School Services Plan of Care, and families sign a consent form to allow for Medicaid billing.
Schools and districts must use state or local funds to provide the state match for the program. It is the school or district’s decision on what state or local funds to use for the match, but note that Student Wellness and Success Funds may be used to meet this requirement. Districts and schools must spend at least 50% of their Student Wellness and Success Funds on physical or mental health services.
Schools and districts may review the MSP Administrative Rules for more information about rules and requirements.
Visit the Ohio Medicaid School Program webpage or contact MedicaidSchoolProgram@medicaid.ohio.gov to learn more about how to become provider.
Last Modified: 3/13/2026 3:55:57 PM