Amends law to extend length of postpartum coverage for Medicaid services for eligible pregnant women to 180-day period.
This bill extends Medicaid postpartum coverage for eligible pregnant women in New Jersey from the current 60-day period to 180 days. It directly affects pregnant women who qualify for Medicaid services by allowing them to continue receiving medical care and support for six months after giving birth instead of just two months. The change is made by amending the state's Medicaid law to update the definition of coverage duration for postpartum care. This policy adjustment aims to provide longer-term health support during the postpartum period without changing other eligibility requirements or program structures.
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Mar 2026
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Introduced Mar 19, 2026
Last action Mar 19, 2026
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Mar 19, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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Joe Vitale
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