IMPACT to Save Moms Act

The IMPACT to Save Moms Act authorizes a five-year demonstration project from 2027 to 2031 to test new payment models for maternity care under Medicaid and state child health plans. This initiative requires the federal government to work with various stakeholders, including hospitals, providers, and community organizations, to design systems that improve health outcomes for pregnant individuals, with a specific focus on groups facing higher risks of poor maternal health. The proposed models must include methods to adjust payments based on pregnancy risk, consider non-hospital birth settings, and ensure care teams include diverse professionals trained to address implicit bias. Additionally, the bill mandates that the project be evaluated using data on health outcomes and costs, with a final report submitted to Congress to determine if the program should be expanded nationally.