On March 12, 2014, the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Treasury (known together as the "Departments") issued a Request for Information regarding this provider non-discrimination provision.  On June 10th, NACPM responded, with the support of NACPM's health policy consultant, Billy Wynne and his Thorne Run Partners.  Read NACPM's comment letter and recommendations to the Departments for robust implementation of the Harkin Amendment.

Tomorrow join NACPM, the Association of Midwifery Educators (AME), and our panel of experts for the fourth webinar in our ACA series, as we explore this important provision, challenges with its implementation, and NACPM's efforts to ensure that it makes a difference for CPM reimbursement.

 

NACPM's efforts in regard to the Harkin Amendment complement our key initiative to support CPM reimbursement:  passage of H.R. 1976, the Access to Certified Professional Midwives Act.  NACPM, with your help and the support of our Midwives and Mothers in Action (MAMA) Campaign partners, continues vigorous efforts to secure federal recognition of CPMs. We visit Congress regularly to build support for H.R. 1976 and educate legislators about the role that CPMs can play in improving maternity care in the U.S., all while saving significant health care dollars.  Passage of H.R. 1976 will mandate Medicaid reimbursement for CPM services, support private payer reimbursement, increase women's access to CPM care, support licensure of CPMs in all 50 states, and open up possibilities for CPM participation in federal loan repayment programs and the National Health Service Corps.  Watch for updates about this important NACPM-led initiative and how you can participate and support.