Optimizing Postpartum Outcomes Act of 2026
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Overview
The Optimizing Postpartum Outcomes Act of 2026 aims to improve postpartum care by directing the Department of Health and Human Services to provide guidance to states on covering pelvic health services for women during and after pregnancy. It also mandates a study on coverage gaps and establishes a public education campaign to raise awareness about pelvic floor examinations and physical therapy among healthcare professionals and postpartum women. The bill defines key terms related to these services and authorizes funding for the education campaign.
Key provisions
- Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to issue guidance on Medicaid coverage for pelvic health services during the prenatal and postpartum periods.
- Requires the Comptroller General to conduct a study on coverage gaps for postpartum women.
- Establishes a public education campaign to inform healthcare professionals and women about pelvic floor examinations and physical therapy.
- Defines ‘covered pelvic health services’ as pelvic floor examinations and pelvic health physical therapy.
- Provides definitions for ‘postpartum period’ and ‘pelvic health related condition’.
- Authorizes funding of $2,000,000 per year from 2027-2031 for the education campaign.
- Requires the creation of innovative or evidence-based payment models for pelvic health services.
- Directs states to explore financing options for these services through Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program.
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