Utah Statutes
§ 26B-3-229 — Doula services.
Utah·Title 26B Utah Health and Human Services Code·Ch. 26B-3 Health Care - Administration and Assistance·Part 26B-3-2 Medicaid Waivers
(1)As used in this section, "doula services" means non-medical advice, information, emotional support, and physical comfort provided to an individual during the individual's pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum period.
(2)(2)(a) Before October 1, 2025, the department shall apply for a Medicaid state plan amendment to cover doula services.
(2)(b) The department shall develop the state plan amendment in consultation with individuals representing patients, doulas, physicians, nurses, and health care facilities in the state.
(3)If the state plan amendment is approved, the Medicaid program shall provide coverage of doula services.
(4)The department shall establish through rule made in accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, training and registration requir
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Legislative History
Enacted by Chapter 61, 2025 General Session
Nearby Sections
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§ 26B-1-102
Definitions.§ 26B-1-104
Severability of code provisions.§ 26B-1-105
Individual rights protected.§ 26B-1-202
Department authority and duties.§ 26B-1-209
Fee schedule adopted by department.§ 26B-1-210
Department budget -- Reports from divisions.