NH HB1782

Department of Health and Human Services must establish a maternity home pilot program to provide prenatal and postnatal care in rural areas with limited or no access to obstetric services, with care delivered by certified nurse midwives, certified midwives, and nurse practitioners

A 22-member Maternity Care Improvement Commission is created, including 3 House members, 3 Senate members, and various healthcare professionals and parents appointed by the governor, to develop strategic plans for improving maternal health

Insurance Department must conduct an audit of all Medicaid providers to ensure compliance with contracting and reimbursement requirements for certified nurse midwives and certified midwives

DHHS must create a loan reimbursement program for midwives who provide at least 32 hours per week of prenatal/postnatal care in rural areas, requiring a 2-year service commitment in exchange for loan repayment

The pilot program and commission must report findings and legislative recommendations by July 1, 2028, after which both programs are repealed