A. Covered doula services may include, but are not limited to:
- 1. assistance and attendance during labor and after childbirth, including cesarean deliveries;
- 2. prenatal and postpartum support and education;
- 3. breastfeeding assistance and lactation support;
- 4. parenting education; and
- 5. support for birthing women after the loss of a pregnancy.
B. Coverage limitations:
- 1. five prenatal visits for up to 90 minutes each; and
- 2. three postpartum visits for up to 90 minutes each.
Authority Note
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 36:254, R.S. 46:977.41-43 and Title XIX of the Social Security Act.
Historical Note
HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Health, Bureau of Health Services Financing, LR 52:43 (January 2026).