Non-medical needs related to essential medical care:

Food - $9 a day or $3 per meal per person.

Lodging - Approve lodging expenses at the least expensive rate that provides lodging adequate and available to meet the person's needs. Do not approve payment for a higher amount if lodging is available at a lower rate or free of charge.

Transportation - When transportation cannot be provided by the Medical Assistance Program, approve transportation expenses for the least expensive mode of transportation adequate to meet the person's needs. When transportation is by private automobile, the allowable rate is 14¢ per mile.