Doulas — who provide physical, emotional and informational support to expectant mothers — have shown to improve maternal health outcomes, but there's little insurance coverage of their services. That's starting to change, however, particularly in Medicaid programs.
Mae’s services will be a covered benefit for Aetna Better Health Medicaid members through a new pilot program. These services include access to a culturally-competent doula and an engagement platform that provides weekly check-ins and tools to support maternal health.
Neurologists and health care practitioners must evolve with the world. Telemedicine carts assist in this evolution by serving as an intermediary between patients and doctors.