H1312
An Act relative to Insurance Coverage for Doula Services
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to require Massachusetts health insurance plans to cover doula services. Doulas provide emotional, physical, and informational support to birthing people during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. The goal is to increase access to these services, which can improve birth outcomes and reduce stress for families. The bill aims to ensure that doula care is a covered benefit for all residents.
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Primary sponsor
Lindsay N. Sabadosa
Cosponsors
Adrianne Pusateri Ramos
Bruce E. Tarr
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
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