Meridian, Mae partner to boost maternal outcomes, lower disparities [Video]

Meridian, a Michigan-based managed care organization and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation, is partnering with Mae, a digital health platform that focuses on the clinical, social and cultural requirements of underserved pregnant mothers. 

Mae aims to connect Meridian’s Medicaid members with its network of more than 50 Michigan-based doulas for virtual and in-person support in a variety of areas including emotional and lactation, labor education, advocacy and postpartum oversight. 

Doula is non-medical support for pregnant people and their families prior to, during, and after childbirth.

In support of Meridian members, Mae integrates a digital engagement and risk-tracking platform with community-based doula support to coordinate provider support teams and center the pregnant person throughout the perinatal period.

The main goal is to reduce disparate maternal health outcomes, along with preterm births and non-medically necessary C-sections. 

“We are pleased to offer this much-needed additional service to our eligible members and doulas,” Dianalynn Smith, Meridian’s vice president, quality improvement, said in a statement. 

“As a major source …