Medicaid reimbursement for doulas in Vermont: what comes in July 2027

Medicaid reimbursement for doulas is coming to Vermont in July 2027. The Doula Association of Vermont (DAV) has worked on this at the state level, and this post explains what it means for doulas and the people who work with them.

Why DAV advocates for Medicaid coverage

DAV is a membership association for doulas in Vermont. It was built to give doulas one unified voice, to protect the integrity and sustainability of the profession, and to advocate for access to doula services. Efforts to advance Medicaid coverage for doula care were part of the vision behind DAV from the start.

What DAV is doing now

DAV continues its state-level advocacy for Medicaid reimbursement for doulas. The same work also supports the professional development and long-term sustainability of the profession. We are also in the midst of strategic planning and will be sharing more detailed updates with members and shareholders in the coming weeks.

What comes next

Medicaid reimbursement rolls out in July 2027. Stay tuned for updates. We will be posting regarding open comment dates for OPR as those are scheduled and any other relevant updates.

Stay connected with DAV

DAV has offered 2 statewide doula trainings thus far and will be offering more trainings once OPR finalizes the certification requirements for Medicaid reimbursement.

DAV also runs a Mighty Networks community for members.

A statewide doula mentorship program for members is currently in development.

To ask a question or get involved, please email us at doulavt@gmail.com.