Improving Maternal and Infant Healthcare in Medicaid and CHIP Programs
This act aims to enhance healthcare for pregnant and postpartum women, especially those covered by Medicaid and CHIP. It introduces new reporting standards, supports care coordination, promotes telehealth, and investigates the impact of social factors on health to ensure better support and reduce complications.
Key points
Mandatory state reporting of maternal and perinatal health data in Medicaid programs to identify issues and improve care quality.
States can offer coordinated healthcare ('health homes') for pregnant and postpartum women, providing comprehensive medical and social support.
Promotion of telehealth in maternal care, especially in rural and underserved areas, to increase access to medical services.
Study and collection of data on social determinants of health (e.g., housing, food access) for Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries to better address their needs.
Support for doulas and community health workers in maternal care, including analyzing their impact on health outcomes and developing guidelines for Medicaid reimbursement.
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