Indiana HB1049 requires coverage for doula services in state employee health plans, insurance policies, and Medicaid.

Indiana HB1049 amends the Indiana Code to mandate coverage for doula services in state employee health plans, policies of accident and sickness insurance, and health maintenance organization contracts. Doula services, defined as emotional and physical support provided by trained and certified individuals to pregnant women, must be covered without additional limitations, deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance. The bill also requires Medicaid to reimburse for doula services. These changes will take effect on July 1, 2026.

Indiana HB1049 requires coverage for doula services in state employee health plans, insurance policies, and Medicaid.

Indiana HB1049 amends the Indiana Code to mandate coverage for doula services in state employee health plans, policies of accident and sickness insurance, and health maintenance organization contracts. Doula services, defined as emotional and physical support provided by trained and certified individuals to pregnant women, must be covered without additional limitations, deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance. The bill also requires Medicaid to reimburse for doula services. These changes will take effect on July 1, 2026.