UHC: Maryland Medicaid Members – Doula services are now COVERED!

As per UHC- UHC Community Plan Maryland (Medicaid) Members will now have doula services covered through the plan.

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What services can a doula offer?

• Doulas offer continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the birthing parent throughout the perinatal period
• Doulas offer person-centered care that supports the racial, ethnic and cultural diversity of members while adhering to evidence-based best practices
• Doulas are non-clinical providers and cannot replace a trained, licensed medical professional or carry out clinical tasks

Doula Benefits:

• 8 prenatal or postpartum services up to 60 minutes each
• Attendance during labor and delivery

I am a Doula, what do I need to do in order to get reimbursed by the UHC?

• Doulas must enroll with Maryland Medicaid before obtaining an agreement with UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
• Doulas will be asked to attest to training and certification by an organization approved by the Maryland Department of Health

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