Abstract

Association Between Health Insurance Status and Maternal Morbidity Among Women: Medicaid Policy Implications

Jazmin Adjei, DrPH, MPH
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Washington, DC

APHA 2024 Annual Meeting and Expo

This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of maternal health policy interventions in reducing Black maternal mortality rates in the United States. Despite progress in maternal healthcare, Black women continue to experience disproportionately high maternal mortality rates. Maternal health policy interventions have been implemented to address this issue, but their effectiveness remains unclear. This study will use a systematic review of existing literature to assess the impact of maternal health policy interventions on Black maternal mortality rates. The findings of this study can inform policymakers and healthcare professionals about the effectiveness of current policies and help identify gaps in maternal health policy interventions. By improving the effectiveness of these interventions, we can work towards reducing maternal mortality rates for Black women and improving maternal health outcomes overall.

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