Birth Justice Toolkit

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QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR BABY’S COVERAGE 1 - What's the procedure for adding my new baby to my plan? 2 - Will my policy cover my newborn's hospital stay including any immunizations, healthcare tests, and other procedures before discharge? 3 - If needed, will my policy cover the costs of a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) stay for my newborn? 4 - What are my policy’s rules regarding in-network (a list of doctors and hospitals that a plan has contracted with to provide medical care) and out-of-network (outside of the predetermined list of doctors and hospitals, usually not fully covered by your insurance) pediatricians? If the plan provides greater coverage for in-network pediatricians, ask for a directory of ones in your area. 5- Does my policy cover well-child care, such as my baby's first set of pediatrician appointments and vaccinations?

Keep your eyes on your prize. It doesn't have to change because you're pregnant. Ignore the criticism. People will always have negative things to say‐ You must develop a thick skin. Be the parent you would admire.

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