States / New York / S 9868

S 9868 In Committee

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
Senate
Introduced
Apr 9, 2026
Last action
Apr 9, 2026 — REFERRED TO HEALTH
Session
2025-2026
Momentum
26 · Low