WV SB482

Creates a licensing framework for Certified Professional Midwives (CPMs) in West Virginia, administered by the West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses

Requires applicants to be at least 18 years old, hold a high school diploma, complete NARM-approved midwife education, and hold a valid CPM credential, with license fees capped at $100 and two-year renewal terms

Authorizes licensed midwives to order medical tests, obtain medical devices, and use non-controlled medications necessary for providing maternity care, while prohibiting access to Schedule I-V controlled substances

Mandates risk assessment protocols requiring consultation with obstetrical providers for high-risk conditions including complete placenta previa, HIV infection, pre-eclampsia, and labor prior to 37 weeks

Establishes requirements for emergency transfer plans, medical record-keeping compliant with HIPAA, and provides immunity protections for other healthcare providers who consult with or accept referrals from licensed midwives