Maternal Depression Screening and Treatment: A Critical Role for Medicaid in the Care of Mothers and Children
Guidance for : This Informational Bulletin discusses the importance of early screening for maternal depression and clarifies the pivotal role Medicaid can play in identifying children with mothers who experience depression and its consequences, and connecting mothers and children to the help they need. State Medicaid agencies may cover maternal depression screening as part of a well- child visit.
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Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: May 11, 2016
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