A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide coverage under the Medicaid program for services provided by doulas and midwives, and for other purposes.

Bill 118 s 4304, also known as the "Medicaid Coverage for Doulas and Midwives Act," aims to make changes to title XIX of the Social Security Act in order to expand Medicaid coverage to include services provided by doulas and midwives.

Doulas and midwives are trained professionals who provide support and care to pregnant individuals before, during, and after childbirth. This bill seeks to recognize the important role that doulas and midwives play in improving maternal and infant health outcomes by ensuring that their services are covered under the Medicaid program.

By expanding Medicaid coverage to include services provided by doulas and midwives, this bill aims to increase access to high-quality maternity care for low-income individuals who may not otherwise be able to afford these services. This could potentially lead to improved maternal and infant health outcomes, as well as reduce disparities in maternal health care. In addition to providing coverage for services provided by doulas and midwives, this bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to improving maternal health care. Overall, the "Medicaid Coverage for Doulas and Midwives Act" seeks to address gaps in maternity care access and improve outcomes for pregnant individuals and their infants.