The Indiana Pregnancy Promise Program is a free, voluntary program for pregnant and postpartum Medicaid members who are or have been impacted by substance use disorders. The program ensures women’s privacy and confidentiality. The Pregnancy Promise Program connects individuals to prenatal and postpartum care, other physical and mental health care, treatment for substance use disorders, and addresses unmet health-related social needs of the family. The Pregnancy Promise Program provides support during the prenatal period and for 12- months after the end of pregnancy, or through the infant’s first year of life. The program offers hope to mothers and infants by identifying resources and supports needed to set a strong foundation for their future.
Why is the Indiana Pregnancy Promise Program Important?
- Substance use disorder is a leading factor of maternal deaths in Indiana
- There are many effective ways to treat substance use disorder in pregnancy
- Treatment of substance use during pregnancy can reduce risks and harmful effects to mothers and infants
Who can participate?
The Pregnancy Promise Program is available to pregnant women in the state of Indiana. To be eligible participants must meet the following criteria:
- Be pregnant or within 90 days of the end of pregnancy
- Identify as having current or previous substance use
- Be eligible for Medicaid health coverage
Task Order 049 Evaluations prepared by WISE Indiana for the Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning