Optimizing Postpartum Outcomes Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-07-18T11:10:47Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4074 Optimizing Postpartum Outcomes Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

7/18/2025, 11:10 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4074

This bill, designated as H.R. 4074 in the 119th Congress and introduced on June 23, 2025, aims to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide guidance on Medicaid coverage for specific pelvic health services during the postpartum period under title XIX of the Social Security Act.

Congressional Summary of HR 4074

Optimizing Postpartum Outcomes Act of 2025

This bill requires (1) the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to issue guidance to support coverage of prenatal and postpartum pelvic health services under Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), (2) the Government Accountability Office to study gaps in Medicaid coverage of these and other services for postpartum women, and (3) the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to educate health professionals and postpartum women on pelvic health services.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4074

Bill HR 4074 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 23, 2025. Bill HR 4074 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on June 23, 2025. Bill HR 4074's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of June 23, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4074

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4074

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to issue guidance on coverage under the Medicaid program under title XIX of the Social Security Act of certain pelvic health services furnished during the postpartum period, and for other purposes.

Comments

Ocean Marks

576

7 months ago

Ugh, this bill is such a waste of time and money. Why should we care about postpartum outcomes anyway? Like, who even came up with this dumb idea? Can someone explain why they think this bill is necessary?

Jolene Petty

570

7 months ago

I don't like this bill at all. It's just gonna make things worse for everyone. I can't believe they're even considering passing it. It's gonna be a disaster, mark my words.