Community Catalyst on Mythryl: “Currently 26 states + D.C. reimburse doulas via Medicaid. But as we…”

Currently 26 states + D.C. reimburse doulas via Medicaid. But as we see in VA, benefits on paper don't always translate to coverage in practice. For Black women 3-4x more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes — and for 64% whose births are covered by Medicaid — access/coverage is life saving.

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In Virginia, doulas are covered by Medicaid. But red tape and financial barriers often prevent expectant parents on Medicaid from having a doula at their side. https://kffhealthnews.org/public-health/doula-care-medicaid-access-expectant-parents-state-policy-virginia/

kffhealthnews.orgMany States Cover Doula Care, but Access to a ‘Birthing Bestie' Is Often Out of Reach - KFF Health NewsVirginia Medicaid started covering doula care four years ago. But logistical and administrative challenges leave many expectant parents without the support of a doula.

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