Doula Services
What is the difference between a doula and a nurse midwife?
Doulas have no universal licensing or training system and are not typically considered to be medical professionals
What is the baseline preterm birth rate in MA as of 2022? (5%, 7%, 9%, or 11%)
9%
What proportion of births in MA occur to mothers on Medicaid?
Just over 1/3, or 36.7% in 2021
True or false: BMC and Mass General Brigham hospitals have dedicated doula programs aimed at reducing disparities in birth outcomes.
True
In the state of MA, which two racial groups experience a preterm birth rate meeting or exceeding 10%?
Black & Hispanic mothers
MA extended the MassHealth postpartum coverage period from 60 days. How long is the period as of 2023?
One year/12 months
How many US states & territories cover doula services as part of Medicaid?
9 (MA, FL, RI, NJ, VA, MD, NV, DC, & MN)
Which racial group in MA experiences the highest rate of C-sections at 35.2% in 2021?
Black Non-Hispanic mothers
Which of the major Boston hospitals had the highest rate of MassHealth births at 71.4% of their 2021 birth volume?
Boston Medical Center
How much do doula services cost for private payers in the state of MA?
$500-$2,500 per client
True or false: Suffolk county (Boston) has the second highest Maternal Vulnerability Index score in the state.
True
Of the 30 largest municipalities in MA, Lawrence had the highest rate of MassHealth births in 2021. What was the rate of births paid for by public payers?
81.8%
Name one of the 3 regions in MA with the lowest access to doula services.
Western MA, Central MA, Cape Cod & the Islands
Which of the major Boston hospitals had the highest C-section rate in 2021?
Tufts Medical Center at 39.4%
True or false: MassHealth has increased service coverage for certain care services for pregnant members under 21 years old.
False