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This bill expands comprehensive coverage for pregnant women through Medicaid. The key provisions include: 1) Extending Medicaid coverage for pregnant women and their newborn infants up to 185% of the federal poverty level, and providing coverage up to 60 days postpartum, effective July 1, 2019 or as soon as federal approval is obtained. 2) Continuing Medicaid coverage for all children born on or after October 1, 1983, whose family incomes are at or below 100% of the federal poverty level, until they reach age 8. 3) Electing federal options under COBRA, SOBRA, and OBRA to further expand eligibility for children and pregnant women. 4) Implementing a maternal and infant health care system to reduce infant mortality, including quality assurance, case management, and patient outreach. 5) Increasing Medicaid reimbursement rates for prenatal care, delivery, and postpartum care to at least $600. The bill aims to improve access to obstetrical services and provide greater health coverage for low-income pregnant women and children, with the goal of reducing infant mortality and morbidity in West Virginia.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

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