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Agency for Health Care Administration Continues to Promote the “From the Start” Initiative with State and Local Partners
Florida Medicaid·FL · OB-GYN, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine·Provider Alert
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Jun 16, 2026
Summary
Florida Agency for Health Care Administration announced the 'From the Start' maternal health initiative for Florida Medicaid, which will provide enhanced prenatal and postpartum coverage including unlimited doula services, remote patient monitoring for high-risk pregnancies, and incentives for achieving care milestones. All Medicaid managed care plans in Florida will universally cover these expanded benefits and wrap-around services.
Action Required
Monitor for future billing guidance: Billing teams should watch for detailed coverage policies and billing codes for the new 'From the Start' services including doula services, remote patient monitoring, and prenatal/postpartum milestone incentives. Visit fromthestart.org for updates and contact FLMedicaidManagedCare@ahca.myflorida.com for billing questions when implementation details are released.