Investigating the impact of extended Medicaid coverage on maternal and infant health after childbirth
The Effects of the Medicaid Continuous Coverage Requirement during the Public Health Emergency on Postpartum Coverage and Maternal and Infant Care after Childbirth
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · RUTGERS BIOMEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES · NIH-11184956
This study looks at how extending Medicaid coverage during the public health emergency helps low-income moms and their babies get the healthcare they need after childbirth, especially during a time when many mothers face serious health risks.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | RUTGERS BIOMEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11184956 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research examines how extending Medicaid coverage during the public health emergency affects access to maternal and infant healthcare services for low-income populations. It focuses on the postpartum period, where many maternal deaths occur, and aims to understand the implications of Medicaid policies on healthcare access and outcomes. By analyzing claims data and employing advanced causal methods, the study seeks to generate evidence that can inform healthcare policy and improve health outcomes for mothers and infants.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are low-income mothers and their infants, particularly those who are covered by Medicaid during the postpartum period.
Not a fit: Patients who are not eligible for Medicaid or those who do not have postpartum healthcare needs may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved maternal and infant health outcomes by advocating for extended Medicaid coverage.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that extending Medicaid coverage can positively impact maternal health outcomes, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Newark, UNITED STATES
- RUTGERS BIOMEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES — Newark, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ELIASON, ERICA L — RUTGERS BIOMEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES
- Study coordinator: ELIASON, ERICA L
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.