MO HealthNet for Pregnant Women FAQs

Pregnant Without Healthcare Coverage

I don't have health insurance and I’m pregnant, what should I do?

Getting regular healthcare is vital for you and your baby’s health and to make sure there are no problems. If you do not currently have healthcare coverage, you can apply for MO HealthNet for Pregnant Women, which is part of MO HealthNet (Missouri Medicaid), in one of the following ways:

 

NOTE: You do not need to provide a doctor’s note or positive pregnancy test to qualify for MO HealthNet for Pregnant Women.

For more information about having a healthy pregnancy, to find free resources in your community, or to apply for other benefits and services, please visit Healthy Moms Healthy Babies.

Am I eligible for MO HealthNet?

To be eligible for MO HealthNet for Pregnant Women you must be pregnant and:

  • Live in Missouri and be a United States Citizen (or qualified non-citizen)
  • Have (or apply for) a Social Security Number
  • Make less than the annual income limit for your household size

If you do not meet these qualifications, the Family Support Division will check to see if you qualify for Show Me Healthy Babies. If you do not qualify for Show Me Healthy Babies, please visit the Federal Marketplace to explore more options.

 

What if I don't qualify for MO HealthNet coverage?

If you applied for MO HealthNet and do not qualify, please visit the Federal Marketplace to explore more options. For more information about having a healthy pregnancy, to find free resources in your community, or to apply for other benefits and services, please visit healthymomsbabies.mo.gov.

Pregnant with MO HealthNet Coverage

I am pregnant and I have MO HealthNet, what should I do?

It is important that we know you are pregnant so we can make sure to cover your services. You need to report your pregnancy as soon as possible. You can report your pregnancy in one of these ways:

  • Report your pregnancy online
  • Call the Family Support Division Information Center at 855-373-4636
  • Visit your local FSD Resource Center

For more information about having a healthy pregnancy, to find free resources in your community, or to apply for other benefits and services, please visit Healthy Moms Healthy Babies.

How do I find a doctor that accepts MO HealthNet?

Doctors who take care of pregnant women are called Obstetricians, or OB for short. If you have an OB in mind, you can call their office and ask them if they take MO HealthNet insurance. If you need to find an OB, call your health plan at the number on the back of your card or search online at: mymohealthportal.com/provider-search.

 

Covered Services

What does MO HealthNet for Pregnant Women cover?

It is very important that you see a doctor as soon as you find out you are pregnant. MO HealthNet for Pregnant Women covers all your care during pregnancy and up to 12 months after the date of delivery. For a full list of everything that is covered under this program, check out our covered services list.

During pregnancy, there are additional covered services, including:

  • Office visits with your doctor for check-ups related to your pregnancy
  • Any medicine or supplements your doctor prescribes you
  • Ultrasounds
  • Delivery costs and hospital stay
  • Healthcare coverage during pregnancy and up to 12 months after the date of delivery
  • Transportation to medical appointments
  • Mental health services
  • Treatment for chronic or preexisting conditions

Managed Care health plans offer extra benefits for their pregnant members and they can vary depending on which health plan you have. To explore benefits covered by your health plan, please contact or visit them online: Healthy Blue | United Healthcare | Home State Health | Show Me Healthy Kids

Does MO HealthNet for Pregnant Women cover pregnancy loss or still birth?

If you have experienced a miscarriage or still birth, please know there is grief support available. MO HealthNet covers healthcare services for you during your pregnancy and up to 12 months after loss of your baby. If you have specific questions, please reach out to your health plan by calling the number on the back of your health insurance card.

 

Does MO HealthNet cover Midwife services?

Yes. MO HealthNet will cover services provided by a Certified Nurse Midwife that accepts MO HealthNet insurance.

Does MO HealthNet cover a home birth?

Home births are covered under the MO HealthNet Fee-For-Service program. If you are currently a MO HealthNet Managed Care member and you elect a home birth, you may be disenrolled from the Managed Care program at their request. However, you would continue to get healthcare coverage through the MO HealthNet Fee-For-Service program for the duration of your pregnancy and post-partum care.

 

Can MO HealthNet help cover the cost of a breast pump?

If you are a MO HealthNet Managed Care member, breast pumps are provided to you through your health plan. For Fee-For-Service participants, breast pumps are covered up to the age of 21.

 

Can I get healthcare coverage after my pregnancy ends?

MO HealthNet now provides full health insurance coverage during pregnancy and up to 12 months after the date of delivery.

 

More Help

I am worried about having enough food for my child(ren) in the home, where can I find help?

If you are worried about having enough food, there are resources to make sure that both you and your children are healthy, including:

For more information about having a healthy pregnancy, to find free resources in your community, or to apply for other benefits and services, please visit Healthy Moms Healthy Babies.

Where can I find free items for my baby after I bring them home?

There are many organizations that provide free items to new mothers who may be struggling financially. Some of the resources available include:

For more information about having a healthy pregnancy, to find free resources in your community, or to apply for other benefits and services, please visit Healthy Moms Healthy Babies.