Tech to Save Moms: Improving Maternal Health Outcomes
This act aims to enhance healthcare for pregnant and postpartum individuals, especially in underserved areas. It introduces new opportunities to use technology, such as telehealth, for health monitoring and training medical staff. Citizens can expect improved access to specialists and modern care methods, which should reduce complications.
Key points
Expanding telehealth access for pregnant and postpartum individuals for up to one year after pregnancy, including for complication monitoring.
Grants for developing and using technology to train maternal healthcare providers, especially in rural and underserved areas.
Support for digital tools to promote equity in maternal healthcare, including early warning systems.
Study on the impact of innovative technology and patient monitoring devices in maternity care, focusing on reducing racial and ethnic biases.
Expired
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5066
Sponsor: Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5]
Process start date: 2023-07-27