Improving health care access for new mothers through better insurance coverage
Reducing Postpartum Health Care Disparities through Increased Insurance Coverage after Childbirth
['FUNDING_CAREER'] · UNIV OF MARYLAND, COLLEGE PARK · NIH-11237263
This study is looking at how giving new moms a full year of Medicaid coverage after giving birth, instead of just 60 days, can help them get better health care, especially for African American and Hispanic women, to improve their overall health and well-being.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_CAREER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIV OF MARYLAND, COLLEGE PARK (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (COLLEGE PARK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11237263 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how extending Medicaid coverage from 60 days to one year postpartum can improve health care access and outcomes for new mothers, particularly focusing on African American and Hispanic women. By analyzing data from the American Community Survey and the Arkansas All-Payers Claims Database, the study aims to evaluate the impact of Medicaid expansion on postpartum insurance coverage and health disparities. The findings could inform policy decisions that enhance maternal health care access and reduce disparities in health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are new mothers, especially African American and Hispanic women, who are affected by postpartum health care disparities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not recent mothers or those who do not rely on Medicaid for postpartum care may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health care access and outcomes for new mothers, particularly those from marginalized communities.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown that extending Medicaid coverage can positively impact maternal health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
COLLEGE PARK, UNITED STATES
- UNIV OF MARYLAND, COLLEGE PARK — COLLEGE PARK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: STEENLAND, MARIA WARD — UNIV OF MARYLAND, COLLEGE PARK
- Study coordinator: STEENLAND, MARIA WARD
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.