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ME LD376

Bill

Status

Failed

5/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Denise Tepler

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Origin

Senate

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • MaineCare must provide reimbursement for doula services beginning January 1, 2026

  • Doula services are defined as nonclinical professional support for pregnant persons before, during, and after childbirth, including guidance on pregnancy health, breastfeeding, and newborn care

  • Coverage includes a maximum of 4 prenatal visits and 4 postnatal visits with a doula

  • The Department of Health and Human Services must adopt routine technical rules to implement the program

Legislative Description

An Act to Improve Maternal and Infant Health Outcomes Through Doula Care

Medicaid

Last Action

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)

5/13/2025

Committee Referrals

Health And Human Services1/30/2025

Full Bill Text

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