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Improved Perinatal Care: New Payment Models and Coverage Continuity

This act aims to enhance healthcare for pregnant and postpartum individuals, especially those from high-risk groups. It introduces new payment methods for care, designed to encourage better health outcomes and address diverse patient needs. Additionally, the act seeks to ensure women maintain health insurance coverage during the critical pregnancy and postpartum periods.
Key points
A new demonstration project for states to test different payment models for perinatal care, aiming to improve maternal and infant health.
The project will consider factors like pregnancy risk, birth settings (e.g., birth centers), and the impact of social determinants of health (housing, transportation, nutrition).
Support for diverse care teams, including midwives, doulas, lactation consultants, and social workers, to provide comprehensive assistance.
An assessment of existing policies to ensure continuous health insurance coverage for pregnant and postpartum individuals, preventing gaps in care.
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Print number: 117_HR_950
Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Process start date: 2021-02-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

IMPACT to Save Moms Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_950.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A new demonstration project for states to test different payment models for perinatal care, aiming to improve maternal and infant health.
  • The project will consider factors like pregnancy risk, birth settings (e.g., birth centers), and the impact of social determinants of health (housing, transportation, nutrition).
  • Support for diverse care teams, including midwives, doulas, lactation consultants, and social workers, to provide comprehensive assistance.
  • An assessment of existing policies to ensure continuous health insurance coverage for pregnant and postpartum individuals, preventing gaps in care.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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