Optimizing Postpartum Outcomes Act of 2025 | ChamberLight
Bills · HR 4074
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4074Health
Optimizing Postpartum Outcomes Act of 2025
INTRO JUN 23· LAST ACTION JUN 23
READING
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COSPONSORS
37
READER REACTIONS0 TOTAL
NO VOTES YET · BE THE FIRST
Introduced only
LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 2 / 8
Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law
WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This bill matters because many women experience pelvic health issues during and after pregnancy, such as urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, or other dysfunctions, which can significantly impact their quality of life. Often, these conditions are not adequately addressed or covered by existing healthcare plans.
If this bill becomes law, it could lead to better awareness, diagnosis, and treatment for these conditions, making it easier for new mothers to access necessary care. Without this bill, states might continue to have varied or limited coverage for pelvic health services, leaving many women without access to specialized care that could improve their long-term health and well-being. It aims to fill a recognized gap in maternal healthcare by promoting a more comprehensive approach to postpartum recovery.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Directs the Secretary of HHS to issue guidance to states within one year on covering pelvic health services under Medicaid and CHIP.
This aims to encourage states to expand and standardize coverage for essential postpartum care.
PROVISION 02
Requires the guidance to include best practices from states, financing options, and technical assistance for increasing access to pelvic health services.
This provides concrete tools and strategies for states to improve their programs effectively.
PROVISION 03
Mandates a study by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) within one year to identify gaps in Medicaid coverage for postpartum pelvic health and other services.
This study will provide crucial data to understand current deficiencies and inform future policy decisions.
PROVISION 04
Establishes an education campaign for both health professionals and postpartum women on the importance, availability, and process of obtaining pelvic floor examinations and physical therapy.
This initiative seeks to increase awareness and reduce barriers to care by informing both providers and patients.
PROVISION 05
Authorizes $2 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to fund the postpartum pelvic health education campaign.
This allocates specific funding to ensure the education and training programs can be effectively implemented.
This bill matters because many women experience pelvic health issues during and after pregnancy, such as urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, or other dysfunctions, which can significantly impact their quality of life. Often, these conditions are not adequately addressed or covered by existing healthcare plans.
If this bill becomes law, it could lead to better awareness, diagnosis, and treatment for these conditions, making it easier for new mothers to access necessary care. Without this bill, states might continue to have varied or limited coverage for pelvic health services, leaving many women without access to specialized care that could improve their long-term health and well-being. It aims to fill a recognized gap in maternal healthcare by promoting a more comprehensive approach to postpartum recovery.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Directs the Secretary of HHS to issue guidance to states within one year on covering pelvic health services under Medicaid and CHIP.
This aims to encourage states to expand and standardize coverage for essential postpartum care.
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Requires the guidance to include best practices from states, financing options, and technical assistance for increasing access to pelvic health services.
This provides concrete tools and strategies for states to improve their programs effectively.
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Mandates a study by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) within one year to identify gaps in Medicaid coverage for postpartum pelvic health and other services.
This study will provide crucial data to understand current deficiencies and inform future policy decisions.
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Establishes an education campaign for both health professionals and postpartum women on the importance, availability, and process of obtaining pelvic floor examinations and physical therapy.
This initiative seeks to increase awareness and reduce barriers to care by informing both providers and patients.
med
Authorizes $2 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to fund the postpartum pelvic health education campaign.
This allocates specific funding to ensure the education and training programs can be effectively implemented.
The time after a woman's pregnancy ends, lasting for at least 6 months or as long as she is breastfeeding, whichever is longer.
Pelvic health services
Medical care focused on the health of the pelvic floor, including examinations and physical therapy, to address conditions like incontinence, pain, or muscle weakness.
Medicaid
A joint federal and state program that helps cover healthcare costs for people with limited income and resources.
Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
A federal and state program that provides low-cost health coverage to children in families who earn too much money to qualify for Medicaid but cannot afford private insurance.
Guidance
Advice or recommendations issued by a government agency to help organizations (like state health departments) understand and comply with laws or best practices, but typically not legally binding like a regulation.
Pelvic floor examination
An assessment that involves both an external look and, if needed, an internal vaginal or rectal check to evaluate the muscles and organs of the pelvis.
Pelvic health physical therapy
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTS
JUN 23, 25
Introduced in House
INTROREFERRAL
JUN 23, 25
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
A specialized form of physical therapy that helps improve the function of the pelvic floor muscles, often to treat pain, incontinence, or other issues.
Authorization of Appropriations
A legislative act that establishes a government program or agency and specifies the maximum amount of money that Congress can spend on it for certain fiscal years.
