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BT202226: FSSA extends postpartum coverage period to 12 months
Indiana Medicaid (IHCP)·IN · OB-GYN, Family Medicine, Pediatrics·Medical Policy
Effective date
Apr 1, 2022
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Indiana's Medicaid programs (HIP and Hoosier Healthwise) are extending postpartum coverage from 60 days to 12 months effective April 1, 2022. Members will maintain continuous eligibility and full benefits during this extended period, with no cost-sharing requirements.
Action Required
Immediately: Update billing system and eligibility verification processes to recognize that HIP Maternity and Hoosier Healthwise members now have 12 months of postpartum coverage instead of 60 days. Train billing team to verify extended eligibility periods for postpartum patients. Update patient registration forms and insurance verification workflows to account for longer coverage periods.