National Survey Finds Medicaid Patients Report Worse Pregnancy Outcomes Than Privately Insured
A nationwide survey of over 3,800 people who gave birth in 2023-2024 found Medicaid enrollees reported worse pregnancy and delivery outcomes compared to those with private insurance. The Listening to Mothers survey documented limited access to care, with pregnant Medicaid patients frequently reporting feeling unheard and disregarded during pregnancy and labor. The findings highlight persistent quality and access gaps in maternal care delivery for Medicaid-covered pregnancies. Survey results reflect care delivered across 2023-2024.
These findings expose quality and patient experience gaps that directly affect managed care star ratings, HEDIS maternal health measures, and state contract performance requirements for MCOs covering pregnant enrollees.
Maternal · Managed Care
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