Bill > S2928

This bill: Establishes a grant program within the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to address mental health conditions and substance use disorders for perinatal individuals, with a focus on those from medically underserved populations. It requires the Group Insurance Commission to provide coverage for postpartum depression screenings and the universal postpartum home visiting program. The bill also defines "certified nurse midwife" and "licensed certified professional midwife" in various state laws, outlines the practice of licensed certified professional midwives, and requires the Department of Public Health to establish a licensing program for them and promulgate related regulations. Additionally, it requires insurance coverage for services provided by certified nurse midwives and licensed certified professional midwives, as well as coverage for doula services, noninvasive prenatal screening, postpartum depression screenings, and universal postpartum home visiting services under MassHealth and private insurance plans.