Requires the commissioner of health to consult with relevant stakeholders to publish guidance for incorporating maternal depression screenings into.

This bill amends the public health law to require the commissioner of health to consult with the office of mental health, the office of addiction services and supports, and other relevant stakeholders to publish guidance for incorporating maternal depression screenings into routine prenatal care. The guidance must include recommendations and best practices for when and how often screenings should be conducted, screening for social needs, substance use disorders, and referrals for follow-up evaluation and treatment.

Requires the commissioner of health to consult with relevant stakeholders to publish guidance for incorporating maternal depression screenings into.

This bill amends the public health law to require the commissioner of health to consult with the office of mental health, the office of addiction services and supports, and other relevant stakeholders to publish guidance for incorporating maternal depression screenings into routine prenatal care. The guidance must include recommendations and best practices for when and how often screenings should be conducted, screening for social needs, substance use disorders, and referrals for follow-up evaluation and treatment.