Becker's Healthcare October 11, 2024
Mass General Brigham Health Plan has been growing its womens’ health portfolio over the past year, adding programs to support pregnancy, child care and menopause.
The latest benefit the insurer is adding are pelvic health offerings. Around 1 in 4 women experience a pelvic floor disorder, which can be caused by pregnancy or menopause.
Lisa Scarfo, MD, senior medical director at Mass General Brigham Health Plan, said many women do not seek out treatment for pelvic floor disorder.
On average, women wait more than six years to seek treatment for pelvic floor disorders, according to a September news release from Mass General Brigham Health Plan.
“It’s been so exciting and enlightening to see these conversations happening....
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