Regulatory Alerts2026-08-25
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Final Report on Expanding Access to Women’s Reproductive and Maternal Health Services in Vermont
The Vermont Department of Financial Regulation contracted NORC at the University of Chicago to conduct a mixed-methods study assessing barriers to women’s reproductive and maternal health services under state-regulated health plans. The analysis of claims data, surveys, and stakeholder interviews found that while statutory protections for contraceptive coverage and preventive screenings are strong, implementation gaps persist, including low reimbursement rates, workforce shortages, and consumer confusion regarding cost-sharing exemptions. The report identifies specific access challenges, such as disparities in prenatal care for Black women and difficulties obtaining a full 12-month supply of contraception, and outlines recommendations for a Phase 2 communications campaign to improve public awareness of coverage rights and navigation of the insurance system.
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