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Federal Study Mandated on Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome and Infant Recovery.

This law mandates a federal study by the Department of Health and Human Services regarding Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS), often linked to opioid exposure. The goal is to gather accurate data on NAS prevalence and evaluate the effectiveness of specialized pediatric transitional care facilities. The findings will be publicly reported within three years to inform future improvements in maternal and infant healthcare.
Key points
Requires a nationwide study to determine the prevalence and scope of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS).
Evaluates the health outcomes associated with specialized residential recovery centers for infants affected by NAS.
Identifies data collection barriers and the range of services available for NAS patients under State Medicaid programs.
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Print number: 118_HR_8905
Sponsor: Rep. McMorris Rodgers, Cathy [R-WA-5]
Process start date: 2024-06-28