Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that amends provisions related to insurance companies that cover gynecological and pregnancy services to cover such services whether they occur in a hospital or a patient's home in Michigan.

Highlights:

• Requires insurance companies that cover gynecological and pregnancy services to cover such services whether they are provided at an in-network health facility or the individual’s home under certain requirements in Michigan (Sec. 3406cc).

• Specifies that if the gynecological or perinatal care service occurs in the individual’s home, an in-network physician, certified nurse midwife, or otherwise licensed midwife must be present (Sec. 3406cc).

• Defines “certified nurse midwife” as an individual who is licensed in midwifery by the Michigan Board of Nursing (Sec. 3406cc).

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