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MI HB6439
Bill
Status
10/11/2022
Primary Sponsor
Rachel Hood
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AI Summary
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Requires pediatricians to offer mothers a mental health screening during the postpartum period, with screenings repeated at intervals determined by the department until the child reaches 18 months of age
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Mandates pediatricians provide mothers with department-approved mental health resources no later than 1 month after birth, including information on postpartum mental health conditions and their symptoms
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Requires mental health resources to include treatment options for postpartum mental health conditions and information about available support systems
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Defines "pediatrician" as a physician licensed under Michigan's healthcare licensing provisions who holds board certification as a pediatrician
Legislative Description
Health: screening; mental health screenings for new mothers at various stages of wellness checkups for newborns; provide for. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 9137.
Health: screening
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 10/11/2022
10/11/2022