For Doulas Navigating Medicaid/Medi-Cal Insurance Reimbursement
Getting paid through Medi-Cal as a doula can feel confusing, overwhelming, and unnecessarily opaque. This Medi-Cal Quick Guide for Doulas was created to break the process down in clear, accessible language—without jargon, gatekeeping, or unrealistic promises.
It’s a practical orientation guide designed to help doulas understand how Medi-Cal reimbursement works in California, what is typically required, and how to decide whether this pathway is right for their practice.
A clear overview of Medi-Cal doula benefits in California
What services are typically reimbursable and what is not
Common documentation doulas are expected to maintain
What to expect when working with managed care plans (like PHP)
Realistic timelines and expectations for getting started
For Doulas Navigating Medicaid/Medi-Cal Insurance Reimbursement
Getting paid through Medi-Cal as a doula can feel confusing, overwhelming, and unnecessarily opaque. This Medi-Cal Quick Guide for Doulas was created to break the process down in clear, accessible language—without jargon, gatekeeping, or unrealistic promises.
It’s a practical orientation guide designed to help doulas understand how Medi-Cal reimbursement works in California, what is typically required, and how to decide whether this pathway is right for their practice.
A clear overview of Medi-Cal doula benefits in California
What services are typically reimbursable and what is not
Common documentation doulas are expected to maintain
What to expect when working with managed care plans (like PHP)
Realistic timelines and expectations for getting started
