Does Medicaid Cover Doula Services? How to Find One?

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Medicaid coverage for doula services can vary by state, as Medicaid is administered at the state level in the United States. While some states may cover doula services as part of their Medicaid benefits, others may not. You can easily find local Doulas who accept Medicaid by answering a few questions - all in 30 seconds.

To determine whether Medicaid covers doula services in a specific state, it's best to check with the state's Medicaid office or consult the official Medicaid website for that state or match with Doulas who accept Medicaid to compare your options.

Does Medicaid cover a doula?

As of January 2025, several states were exploring or implementing Medicaid coverage for doula services. States such as Oregon, Minnesota, and New York have been known to pilot programs or explore options for including doula services in Medicaid.

The following states provide Medicaid reimbursement for doula care:

StateStart DateReimbursement Rate
CaliforniaJan 1, 2023Up to $3,200
ColoradoJul 1, 2024$1,500
KansasJul 1, 2024$1,295
MarylandFeb 2022Up to $930
MassachusettsDec 8, 2023Up to $1,700
MichiganJan 1, 2023Up to $2,700
MinnesotaN/AVaries
NevadaApr 2022$1,500-$1,650
New Jersey2021Up to $1,065
New YorkMar 1, 2024$1,350-$1,500
OklahomaJul 1, 2023$1,044
Oregon2014$1,500
Rhode IslandJul 1, 2022$1,500
VirginiaApr 1, 2022$959
Washington, D.C.Oct 2022Up to $1,950.71


Match with top-rated Doulas near you who are approved by Medicaid: Medicaid Doula Directory