Doula Medicaid Status

Research shows that doulas can improve maternal outcomes. Some states are actively providing coverage for doulas through Medicaid, some are in the process of implementation and others have proposed related action to do so. This map shows where states are in terms of covering doula services through Medicaid.

Eight states and Washington, D.C. are actively providing Medicaid coverage for doulas. Another six states, including the Midwest states of Illinois and Ohio, are in the process of implementing Medicaid coverage for doulas.
Map: Farah Yousry/WFYI Source: National Health Law Program Get the data