Doula Resourcefulness primary care's most valuable untapped asset

A MEDS Ed seminar

Key Session Takeaways

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Introduction to the session
Dr. Leona Okeefe on why doulas matter for Primary Care
Data Analyst findings: causal effects of doula supports among Medicaid members
Summary of outcomes: reduced C-section rates, increased post partum depression screenings, increased post partum BH engagement.
The role of medical providers in raising awareness about doulas
Dr. Cheney on value of increased doula utilization; the role of CCOs and Health Plans
Maternal mortality rates , disparities, and peer country comparisons
State and Federal legislation resulting in expanded access to doula care
Higher impact when culturally and linguistically matched with patient
The science behind decreased fear and anxiety, lowered need for pain meds and increased rates of vaginal delivery.
Oregon was the first to create a billable pathway using Medicaid dollars!
Barriers and Challenges to Navigating Medicaid reimbursement
(Part 1) 2018 program started to connect birthing mothers with culturally and linguistically matched doulas
(Part 2 ) Community Doula Program offerings and outcomes
Importance of Doula Hub model (Doula Hub Part 1)
Doula training, mentorship, credentialling and supervision (Doula Hub Part 2)
Training to prevent “doula discord” (Doula Hub Part 3)
Doula reimbursement (Doula Hub Part 4)
Role of medical providers to promote doulas
Doula Outcomes: Language interpretation
Doula Outcomes: Breast Feeding and Lactation Support
Doula Outcomes: Lower preterm labor and C-section rates
Hospital approach to doulas impact doula outcomes
Cost effectiveness of Doulas
Doulas reduce avoidable ED use
Prevention of post partum maternal mortality due to doulas
Person-centered care vs facility-centered care
Doulas motivated by lived experience
Community Doula Program
Closing reflections
Q&A: Doula reimbursement challenge
Q&A: Doula utilization metric?
Q&A: Why get a doula involved?
Q&A: Are we at risk of losing doulas a covered benefit?
Call to Action!
THW Liaison as a connection to doulas in your region
Closing statement

Featured Speakers

Dr. Melissa Cheney, PhD - Distinguished Professor of Clinical Medical Anthropology at Oregon State University (OSU)
Dr. Joe Black, PhD - Data Science Analyst, CareOregon
Dr. Leona O’Keefe - Medical Director, CareOregon
Christina Clay - Snr. Population Health Specialist, CareOregon & Community Midwife
Meg Wills, LCSW - Social Health Manager, CareOregon

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Doula Resourcefulness: primary care’s most valuable untapped asset

A MEDS Ed seminar

Key Session Takeaways

Featured Speakers