1. I. Each health carrier that issues or renews any group policy, plan, or contract of accident or health insurance providing benefits for medical or hospital expenses, shall provide certificate holders of such insurance coverage for home visiting services for pregnant and postpartum women who do not otherwise qualify.

2. II. Covered benefits shall include:

   1. (a) Home visiting services for pregnant and postpartum women up to 12 months post birth of a child provided by a qualified health professional with maternal and pediatric health training.
   2. (b) Instruction, resource referral, and materials necessary to home visiting care.

3. III. In this section, "home visiting services" includes evidence-based, voluntary home, or community-based services for mothers and caregivers with newborns aimed at improving maternal and child health, including but limited to:

   1. (a) Screenings for unmet health needs;
   2. (b) Maternal and infant nutritional needs;
   3. (c) Emotional health supports, including postpartum depression supports; and
   4. (d) Resource and referral.

Source. 2025, 141:262, eff. Jan. 1, 2026.