CMS Announces New Policies to Reduce Maternal Mortality

In a November 1 press release, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced new baseline health and safety requirements for hospitals and Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) providing obstetrical (OB) services to make pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care safer. Simultaneously, CMS is removing barriers to expand access to care for those formerly incarcerated and others in underserved communities.

The policies set baseline standards for the organization, staffing, and delivery of care within obstetrical units, update the quality assessment and performance improvement (QAPI) program, and require staff training on evidence-based maternal health practices.

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