S.141 - Connected Maternal Online Monitoring Act; Connected MOM Act (119th Congress)
Summary
S.141, the Connected Maternal Online Monitoring Act (Connected MOM Act), directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to study and address barriers to state Medicaid coverage of remote physiologic monitoring devices for pregnant and postpartum women. The goal is to improve maternal and child health outcomes. The bill requires a report to Congress within 18 months, followed by updated resources for state Medicaid programs within 6 months of the report's submission.
Expected Effects
This bill aims to increase the use of remote monitoring devices in maternal healthcare under Medicaid. It will likely lead to changes in state Medicaid programs to better cover these technologies. The changes will be informed by a federal report and updated resources provided by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Potential Benefits
- Improved maternal and child health outcomes through increased monitoring.
- Better access to healthcare for pregnant and postpartum women enrolled in Medicaid.
- Potential reduction in healthcare costs through early detection and intervention.
- Informed policy decisions based on the HHS Secretary's report to Congress.
- Standardized resources and guidelines for state Medicaid programs.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased administrative burden on state Medicaid programs.
- Costs associated with implementing and maintaining remote monitoring programs.
- Possible privacy concerns related to the collection and transmission of patient data.
- Risk of exacerbating health disparities if access to technology is not equitable.
- Reliance on technology may reduce the human element of care.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Constitution's general welfare clause, which provides a basis for Congress to enact legislation promoting the health and well-being of citizens. Specifically, the bill falls under Congress's power to regulate interstate commerce through the Medicaid program, a joint federal-state initiative. There are no apparent infringements on individual liberties or states' rights.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).