Exploring how gaps in health insurance during pregnancy affect mothers and babies
Understanding the impact of perinatal insurance disruptions on maternal and child health outcomes
This study looks at how gaps in health insurance during pregnancy and after childbirth affect the health of moms and their babies, especially for those who are low-income, from different racial and ethnic backgrounds, or living in rural areas, so we can find ways to better support them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11054573 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how interruptions in health insurance coverage during the perinatal period impact the health outcomes of mothers and their children. It focuses on understanding the specific challenges faced by low-income, racial and ethnic minority, and rural women, as well as those with chronic health conditions. By analyzing data and outcomes, the research aims to identify the relationship between insurance disruptions and adverse health effects, ultimately informing better clinical practices and health policies. The findings could lead to improved support systems for pregnant women and their families.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women who have experienced disruptions in their health insurance coverage, particularly those from low-income or minority backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients who have stable health insurance coverage throughout their pregnancy may not benefit directly from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to enhanced health policies that improve maternal and child health outcomes for vulnerable populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that insurance coverage stability is crucial for positive maternal and child health outcomes, suggesting that this investigation builds on established findings.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Admon, Lindsay Kennedy — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Admon, Lindsay Kennedy
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.