Section 31, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs): Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLAs) Implementation Plan CR134712
As previously noticed, MaineCare is increasing all in-state FQHC rates to reflect a 1.0% COLA.
MaineCare will implement new rates for billing when funding for this COLA is available to the Department on September 24, 2025. New rates will be effective retroactively to July 1, 2025.
Rate letters reflecting this 1% COLA will be available by September 24, 2025, on the secure Health PAS Online Portal. For questions on these rates, please contact the individual listed on the rate letters.
Billing Guidance
MaineCare will reprocess all affected claims. No provider action is needed.
For questions on billing guidance, please contact your Provider Relations Specialist.