South Carolina H3108 mandates insurance coverage for doula services, sets certification criteria, and requires reporting on utilization and costs.

South Carolina H3108 requires private insurance and Medicaid to cover doula services, which include continuous support for pregnant individuals and new mothers. Doulas must meet specific training and certification criteria, including completion of childbirth education, breastfeeding classes, and cultural competency training. The bill establishes a statewide certification process for doulas and mandates reporting on the utilization and costs of doula services to the Department of Health and Human Services.

South Carolina H3108 mandates insurance coverage for doula services, sets certification criteria, and requires reporting on utilization and costs.

South Carolina H3108 requires private insurance and Medicaid to cover doula services, which include continuous support for pregnant individuals and new mothers. Doulas must meet specific training and certification criteria, including completion of childbirth education, breastfeeding classes, and cultural competency training. The bill establishes a statewide certification process for doulas and mandates reporting on the utilization and costs of doula services to the Department of Health and Human Services.