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MomCare is a program that provides
medical coverage for uninsured pregnant women in the State of Florida.
Women who meet the criteria for presumptive eligibility or SOBRA are
eligible for medical coverage and services under MomCare. To apply the
client must obtain proof of pregnancy from a doctor or the local Health
Department and complete a one-page application. The Florida Department
of Children and Families determine eligibility.
Once a woman becomes eligible for MomCare, she will qualify for
assistance from a Maternity Care Advisor (MCA). The MCA makes an initial
attempt to contact the client within five business days of receipt of
the referral. If the client does not have a medical provider, the MCA
will supply a list of providers from which to choose. If one is not
chosen within 30 days, the MCA will randomly select one for the client.
Assistance is offered to the clients to make and/or keep appointments,
and to access various community services such as childbirth education,
parent education and infant care. The MomCare program works to improve
birth outcomes and infant health by providing these services.
Applications are available at local healthcare provider offices, and
pregnancy testing centers.
For more information, please contact your
Healthy Start MomCare advisor at 850-482-1236 ext. 301. |
