The Optimizing Postpartum Outcomes Act of 2026 aims to improve postpartum health by expanding Medicaid coverage for pelvic health services.
The Optimizing Postpartum Outcomes Act of 2026 amends the Public Health Service Act to enhance postpartum care. It mandates the Secretary of Health and Human Services to issue guidance on Medicaid coverage for pelvic health services during the postpartum period. These services include pelvic floor examinations and pelvic health physical therapy. The Act also authorizes funding for a postpartum pelvic health education campaign to inform women about these services. Additionally, it requires a study on gaps in coverage for postpartum pelvic health services.
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