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    On-demand education: Maternal health and Medicaid

    May 6, 2022 10:55 minute video
     

    Medicaid covers nearly half of all births in the U.S. It has been the primary source of health coverage for low-income, pregnant individuals for several decades, providing care throughout the birthing process.

    In this video, UnitedHealthcare Community & State leaders explore how Medicaid supports beneficiaries and cares for them before, during and after pregnancy. The video also discusses how Medicaid can improve outcomes for both the pregnant individual and their child. 

    Test yourself! Take the Maternal Health knowledge quiz.

    Medicaid is a primary source of health coverage for pregnant, low-income individuals and covers what percentage of births in the United States each year?

    40%
    42%
    45%
    48%

    Pregnant individuals who earn 133 percent of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) are a mandatory eligibility group for coverage in Medicaid.

    True
    False

    If a pregnant individual earns too much to qualify for Medicaid, but too little to afford private insurance, they may be eligible for coverage through CHIP. What does CHIP stand for?

    Children's Health Insurance Program
    Children’s Health & Immunization Program
    Children’s Health Improvement Program
    Community Health Insurance Program

    After a child is born, coverage for the parent under Medicaid or CHIP is available for 45 days.

    True
    False

    An individual can be especially vulnerable during the postpartum period. What are some potential risks during this period?

    Depression
    Relapse if previously diagnosed with substance use disorder
    Health conditions developed during pregnancy such as diabetes
    All of the above

    How many babies are born preterm in the United States?

    1 in 10
    1 in 15
    1 in 20
    1 in 25

    Black, American Indian and Alaska Native pregnant individuals are how many times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related cause than White individuals?

    1.5 x
    2 x
    3 x
    4 x

    Prenatal care management and postpartum coverage can be improved through policy and program design features that focus on these elements:

    Address disparities that lead to negative maternal health outcomes
    Streamline eligibility and extend postpartum coverage to 1 year
    Ensure comprehensive access to services
    Adopt broader use of digital, mobile-friendly platforms
    All of the above
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