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CT SB00056

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/16/2019

Primary Sponsor

Marilyn Moore

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Origin

Senate

2019 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends chapters 319v and 377 of the general statutes to add doula services to Connecticut's Medicaid program
  • Establishes a definition of doula services under Medicaid
  • Sets a reasonable reimbursement rate for doula services to ensure adequate provider availability for Medicaid recipients
  • Creates a certification process for doula service providers
  • Aims to reduce overall Medicaid costs by providing doula services for high-risk pregnancies to prevent the need for intensive pre and post-natal care

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Doula Services Under The Medicaid Program.

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Human Services

1/16/2019

Committee Referrals

Human Services1/16/2019

Full Bill Text

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