Connected MOM Act

Hozzl · 2024-12-06T12:56:01Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 712 Connected MOM Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/6/2024, 12:56 PM

Summary of Bill S 712

The Connected MOM Act, also known as Bill 118 s 712, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve maternal health outcomes by promoting the use of technology and telehealth services for pregnant and postpartum individuals.

The bill proposes several key provisions, including the establishment of a grant program to support the development and implementation of telehealth services for maternal health. This would allow pregnant individuals to access care and support remotely, reducing barriers to care such as transportation and childcare.

Additionally, the Connected MOM Act aims to improve data collection and analysis related to maternal health by requiring the Department of Health and Human Services to develop a standardized data collection system. This would help identify trends and disparities in maternal health outcomes, ultimately leading to more targeted interventions and policies. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to expand access to telehealth services for mental health support during pregnancy and postpartum. This is particularly important as mental health issues are common during this time and can have significant impacts on both the individual and their baby. Overall, the Connected MOM Act seeks to leverage technology and telehealth services to improve maternal health outcomes and address disparities in care. By promoting innovation and data-driven solutions, this bill has the potential to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of pregnant and postpartum individuals across the country.

Congressional Summary of S 712

Connected Maternal Online Monitoring Act or the Connected MOM Act

This bill requires the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to report, and provide resources for states, on coverage of remote physiologic devices and related services (e.g., blood glucose monitors) under Medicaid, so as to improve maternal and child health outcomes for pregnant and postpartum women.

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Current Status of Bill S 712

Bill S 712 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since December 4, 2024. Bill S 712 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 8, 2023. Bill S 712's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of December 5, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 712

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 712

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Health

Potential Impact Areas

Child healthCongressional oversightDigestive and metabolic diseasesHealth care coverage and accessHealth care qualityHealth technology, devices, suppliesMedicaidWomen's health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 712

Connected MOM ActConnected MOM ActConnected Maternal Online Monitoring ActA bill to identify and address barriers to coverage of remote physiologic devices under State Medicaid programs to improve maternal and child health outcomes for pregnant and postpartum women.

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