Healthscore 859·8 metrosupdated 4h ago

Access to Doula Care Remains Limited for Medicaid Recipients in Virginia

Doula Taja Iglesias highlights the challenges faced by parents on Medicaid in accessing doula care, which has been linked to better maternal outcomes. Despite Virginia's recent Medicaid reimbursement for doulas, significant gaps in access remain.

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Local coverage

#1Los Angelesscore 584h ago

Access to Doula Care Remains Limited for Medicaid Recipients in Virginia

#2New Yorkscore 5719h ago

NYC to Cover Doula Care for City Employees Starting in 2027

#3Hampton Roadsscore 514h ago

Many states cover doula care, but access to a ‘birthing bestie’ is often out of reach

#4Baltimorescore 514h ago

Many states cover doula care, but access to a ‘birthing bestie’ is often out of reach

#5Bostonscore 514h ago

Access to Doula Care Remains Limited for Medicaid Recipients

#6Philadelphiascore 474h ago

Many states cover doula care, but access to a ‘birthing bestie’ is often out of reach

#7Detroitscore 434h ago

Many states cover doula care, but access to a ‘birthing bestie’ is often out of reach

#8Miami–Ft. Lauderdalescore 334h ago

Many states cover doula care, but access to a ‘birthing bestie’ is often out of reach

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