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postpartum Medicaid coverage
Coverage of postpartum Medicaid coverage in the Nexus archive.
- Nationwide survey shows ongoing struggles for pregnant patients on Medicaid
A national survey found Medicaid-covered pregnant patients face worse outcomes, limited access to prenatal care, and systemic challenges like hospital closures and Medicaid cuts. Over 20% of respondents delayed prenatal care until the second trimester or later, with Medicaid patients reporting higher rates of complications and mental health issues.