Our state subsidy program pays different rates based on area as well. The metro area have higher rates so the reimbursement rates reflect that.

Providers that participate with our QRIS program get paid 20% more than regular reimbursement rates.

Providers that have a CDA, a degree in ECE and/or are accredited also qualify for the higher reimbursement rates.

As with most states we can’t charge subsidy families more than private pay families but even with the higher reimbursement rates the state rates are still much lower than what I charge so all families using state assistance here end up with some out of pocket expenses (unless they qualify for and receive an EL scholarship - as that covers ALL costs for care even nonworking hours/days) but that’s a whole other story....

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