Tricare East Beneficiary

On January 1, 2022, Tricare debuted its Childbirth and Breastfeeding Support Demonstration which will run until December 31, 2026. This demonstration seeks to study the impact birth doulas and lactation counselors/consultants have on the services of cost, quality of care, and maternal and fetal outcomes for the Tricare population.

Tricare / Humana Military requirements for my services, you must:

•Be at least 20 weeks pregnant upon our first prenatal visit.

•Be enrolled in Tricare Prime or Tricare Select. If you have other insurance, Tricare reimbursement cannot be guaranteed.

•If you have Tricare Prime, you must obtain a referral from your PCM to see a provider for the management of your pregnancy.

•If you have Tricare Prime, you must obtain a referral for doula support from your PCM or pregnancy provider.

•Give birth outside of a Military Treatment Facility (MTF).

•Choose prenatal care with a Tricare-authorized OB/GYN or a Certified Nurse Midwife.

•Complete all visits and in-person labor support with me. A missed labor event is considered a non-covered/excluded service and not covered by Tricare. See Unexpected Circumstances and Termination of Services section for more details. Labor is defined by the cervical changes and contractions that occur before the birth of the baby

•Submit claim within one year of service date.

If you do not meet the above requirements, Tricare will NOT pay for services.

I am a Participating Non-Network certified provider for Tricare and do not require upfront payment for my services. I will be responsible for submitting your claim to Tricare/Humana Military for payment.

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Tricare Doula

A free consult before hiring me as your doula to meet and get to know each other.
Unlimited– 24/7 email/text/facetime and phone call support from your doula.
Twenty-four 15-minute increment prenatal/postpartum visits -
Prenatal visits: here we’ll go over your thoughts and desires for your birth, different laboring positions, pain coping strategies, how you see my role in your birth, and anything else! These are typically two 2-hour visits. (Sixteen 15-minute increments total)
Postpartum visits: within the first couple of weeks with baby / typically two 1-hour visits (eight 15-minute increments total) to discuss your birth and your recovery and answer any questions or concerns. We will keep touch via phone the first few days before scheduling the appointment. (I can do laundry, I can watch baby and any other kiddos while you shower/sleep/take some alone time, I’ll wash your dishes, I’ll sit with you and listen)
Postpartum support immediately following birth for 1-2 hours after delivery to get you and your new baby settled in.
I am on call 2 weeks before and 2 weeks after your estimated due date.
Continuous support- physical, emotional, and informational to you and your partner for the duration of your labor and birth - I will help you to hold and move towards the vision you’ve created for your baby’s birth during labor and delivery. I will join you either at your home or at the hospital, whichever you prefer.
Initial breastfeeding/bottle-feeding support immediately after birth to help your baby. I will help you obtain a proper latch and encourage an establishment of breastfeeding and/or bottle-feeding.
Access to my Lending Library of books and videos of pregnancy, birth and baby care, to support your learning

Experience Compassionate Support with Tricare-Covered Doula Services!

Are you a military family looking for personalized, evidence-based support throughout your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey? As a certified doula and a Tricare-participating provider, I’m here to guide you every step of the way—at no upfront cost to you!

Take advantage of this valuable benefit today. Let’s work together to create the birth experience you deserve. Contact me now to schedule a free consultation and learn more about how my services can support your growing family.

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VIRTUAL LABOR SUPPORT

Tricare will only cover the cost of in-person labor support. If, due to COVID or any other place of birth policy, I am not able to be present during labor, Tricare will not cover expenses for labor support. I will continue to provide support through a virtual platform if you'd like.

ADDITIONAL ADD-ON SERVICES

You may choose any additional add-ons I offer below, but you will be responsible for any non-covered service costs out-of-pocket and must sign a TRICARE noncovered services waiver (humana.com).

Additional OUT-OF-POCKET Add-on Services

Extra in-person/virtual prenatal visit
Extra in-person/virtual postpartum visit
90-minute prenatal massage sessions
60-minute postpartum massage sessions
Lactation Counseling
Infant massage class
Birth Plan Counseling

Do's & Don'ts of Doula Services

YOUR DOULA DOES

Support you giving birth, your way.
Provide emotional support to you and your partner.
Treat you respectfully and professionally at all times.
Provide you resources and information from evidence-based sources, at your request.
Make myself available to you and your partner for emotional and educational support during your pregnancy.
Commit to being available during your labor from the time you request my presence, until your baby is born, and you are recovering.

YOUR DOULA DOES NOT

Perform any clinical tasks. My role as a doula is to provide physical, educational and emotional support during your pregnancy and birth journey.
Speak to the staff on your behalf. I always seek to work alongside of your medical support team to give you the best birthing experience possible. I cannot speak on your behalf but will happily include them in any discussion we are having with you and/or your partner and encourage you to communicate your needs to your medical team.
Carry any biases or expectations to your birth Every birth experience belongs to the individual giving birth. I support and respect your birth decisions without judgment.