New York Coalition for Doula Access

Doula Medicaid Provider Enrollment is Open!

Exciting News! NY State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald has issued a statewide order for all pregnant, birthing, and postpartum New Yorkers to receive doula services, now covered by Medicaid. NYS Medicaid provider enrollment is now open statewide for doulas. 

Access to Doula care remains restricted to those who can afford it, leaving the most vulnerable without essential support. The New York Coalition for Doula Access (NYCDA) is dedicated to improving access for Black maternal health patients and low-income individuals with Medicaid, ensuring doulas are an integral part in creating equitable policies and standards.

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Black maternal mortality rate is 5x higher

than white women in NY – 54.7 per 100,000 live births, ​ (NYSenate.gov)​​

Doula-assisted births have lower rates

of preterm birth, postpartum depression, and increased breastfeeding​ (March of Dimes)​​ 

73.6% of pregnancy-related deaths

are found to be preventable in the state of NY (New York State Department of Health)​.

$1,500 in NYC and $1,350 for NY state

are the Medicaid reimbursement rates for doula care (NYSenate.gov)​ – and nearly half of all births in the state are covered by Medicaid.

Join the Movement: Championing Doula Rights and Healthcare Integration

NYCDA  empowers doulas to use their voices to define  their professional standards and advocates for increased access to doula care in underserved communities. We work to integrate doulas into healthcare teams and meet monthly to focus on key priorities, including equitable Medicaid reimbursement and establishing doula-friendly hospital standards. Join our Medicaid Reimbursement or Doula-Friendly Designation subcommittees by emailing nycda@healthleadsusa.org.

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Are you a doula, maternal health provider, or advocate passionate about making a difference? Join our NYCDA Member Mailing List to stay informed about our latest initiatives and upcoming events. Sign up now and be a part of the movement to improve doula care access and maternal health in New York!

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For more information please contact us
nycda@healthleadsusa.org.

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