A 4328
Requires midwives and physicians to provide pregnant women information on birthing options prior to delivery.
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Bill overview
This bill requires certified nurse midwives and physicians providing prenatal maternity care in New Jersey to inform pregnant patients about available birthing options. Patients will receive written information in English and at least seven common non-English languages, covering options like hospital births, water births, and scheduled procedures, along with associated health risks and insurance coverage. The Department of Health will develop this evidence-based information and ensure it’s understandable to patients.
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Shanique Speight
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