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Description: The research will assess both the implementation of doula programs in 6 diverse state Medicaid programs and will assess the extent to which doula care programs have a positive impact on Black and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) birthing populations. This research will address doula care program decisions related to reimbursement levels, integration of doulas with managed care and healthcare systems, and certification processes required for Medicaid to reimburse for doula services. It will also address patient decision-making related to navigating the healthcare system to find the best quality of care and to maximize patient autonomy in healthcare during the postpartum period.