Having the right support and resources during pregnancy can mean better outcomes and care quality for both mothers and babies.
That’s why Highmark has created maternity case management programs to ensure the best possible outcomes for moms and babies, particularly for high-risk pregnancies. In addition, the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) created the Baby Blueprints® maternity program to give expectant mothers and their health care providers the support and resources they need.
We encourage you to discuss these programs with your patients and, when appropriate, refer them to these programs.
The High Risk Pregnancy program addresses the risks and needs of women planning a pregnancy who have a history of high-risk pregnancy, or who may be at higher risk for complications secondary to fertility planning and treatments, or other comorbidities such as asthma, diabetes, depression, or chronic pain. Assessment covers the prenatal period and the initial postpartum period to allow for collection of outcome data regarding the impact for both mother and baby. Case management will be provided to the mother and baby through discharge to home.
The MOMS program helps pregnant women gain access to quality care in a stigma-free environment to help reduce the negative outcomes associated with untreated mental health and opioid use disorders during pregnancy, such as Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS). Social Determinants of Health needs are addressed and women are assisted in obtaining evidence-based treatments and community resources. Support is provided throughout pregnancy and into the postpartum period to promote health and recovery for both the mom and the infant.
The Baby Blueprints program provides tools, education, information, and ongoing, personalized support from health coaches throughout all stages of their maternity experience to encourage pregnant women to take a more proactive role in their health, and help support positive outcomes for both moms and babies.
If you feel that any expectant mothers you care for can benefit from any of these programs, you can refer them to these programs as follows:
By Phone
By NaviNet®
By Fax
Baby Blueprints is a registered trademark of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.