Bill > HB838

This bill amends the state plan for medical assistance services to include doula care, which provides support during labor and delivery and up to two incentive payments for doulas who help connect individuals to postpartum and newborn care. Doula care services, as defined by the bill, encompass emotional and physical support for the birthing individual and family, assistance with infant care and breastfeeding, education on postpartum mental health, guidance on physical recovery, and connection to community resources. The bill also specifies that doulas can provide up to ten visits, with a distribution of visits during pregnancy and the postpartum period, and allows for additional medically necessary visits.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB838