States / New York / A 5709

A 5709 Amended

Establishes a work group to set reimbursement rates for doulas in the state Medicaid program and address other criteria related to their practice

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Establishes a 14 member doula Medicaid reimbursement work group within the department of health to set reimbursement rates for doulas in the state Medicaid program and address other criteria related to their practice; requires the work group to conduct a study and evaluate the costs, benefits and issues that may be associated with Medicaid reimbursement for doulas and for providing doula care to Medicaid recipients; makes related provisions.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Feb 20, 2025
Last action
May 20, 2026 — PRINT NUMBER 5709A
Session
2025-2026
Momentum
58 · Moderate