S 948
Healthy Moms and Babies Act
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The Healthy Moms and Babies Act aims to improve maternal health coverage under Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). It allows states to cover services provided by maternity health homes, establishes a telehealth demonstration program, and creates an advisory group on birthing practices. The bill also mandates reporting on maternal health quality measures, reduces cesarean section rates, and addresses social determinants of health for pregnant and postpartum women. Furthermore, it requires Medicare to provide guidance on maternal health and reduces disparities in cesarean birth rates.
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