Governor Introduces Program to Improve Maternal and Infant Health Outcomes

COLUMBUS, Ohio—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) Director Maureen Corcoran today launched Comprehensive Maternal Care (CMC) – a community-based, statewide program aimed at improving the health and well-being of moms, infants, and families covered by Medicaid. CMC was announced in September of 2022 as part of Governor DeWine’s Bold Beginning: Healthy, Supported Families.

“Giving all Ohioans the best possible start at life truly begins before a child is even born and that means ensuring the child’s family has access to the resources they need,” said Governor DeWine. “Personalized access to those supports from trusted community partners and high-quality, responsive care that focuses on patients lead to better, healthier outcomes for mothers, babies, and their families.”

CMC directly aligns with Governor Mike DeWine’s commitment of ensuring the health and success of Ohio's mothers and children. It creates a framework for providers and community partners to work together to develop person-centered, customized interventions to support women and families who've historically lacked ready access to high-quality responsive care before and after pregnancy.

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