All stakeholders are invited to participate in a discussion of the current initiative to secure Medicaid reimbursement for all licensed CPMs. There will be a brief update on the direction and current status of the initiative to be followed by an open discussion of questions and concerns raised by stakeholders. We want to hear from you!!! Please click through for registration information.
ACOG Issues Revised Opinion on Home Birth
Read our most recent newsletter on ACOG’s newly revised Committee Opinion on Home Birth, which shows that while there is still no strong endorsement of home birth, nevertheless it is clear that the conversations and agreements that have emerged as a result of US MERA have had a positive impact on the national debate about community-based birth.
Chapter News
Learn about our April in-person Board of Directors meeting, our newest NACPM Chapter and our recent Chapter Collaboration call.
Home Visits with NACPM
NACPM provides support for CPMs across the country through home visits. Executive Director Mary Lawlor writes about her meetings with CPMs, written comments on state legislation and conference calls to learn about and lend support to state efforts.
READ ON TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW NACPM SUPPORT BENEFITS CPMS.
Free Risk Management Webinar
Please join us on Tuesday, May 3 at 2:00 pm ET for the latest in our CPM Practice and Association News webinar series: Best Practices for Risk Management for CPMs.
Benefits of NACPM Membership
Please make sure you read about the great benefits you can take advantage of as a member of NACPM! We are offering subscription discounts to publications for and by CPMs, free listings in our new CPM Directory and a deep discount on insurance through Southern Cross.
READ ON TO FIND OUT HOW TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE BENEFITS.
Our latest Chapter updates
Read about our quarterly Chapter Collaboration calls, the relationship of state chapters with state associations, and visits to state chapters by our Executive Director, Mary Lawlor.
Webinars on MAMA Campaign, US MERA available for free viewing
We invite you to view the following free webinar recordings:
MAMA Campaign: A New Foundation for Federal Recognition of CPMs
Mary Lawlor, Billy Wynne, Jesse Bushman and Jennie Joseph present the legislative efforts NACPM is involved in to bring about a federal bill that will federally recognize CPM and include CMs in Medicaid coverage. The presentations also cover the critical need for Medicaid reimbursement for CPMs and the strategy for moving legislation forward, and opportunities within the current congress to do so.
WATCH THE MAMA CAMPAIGN WEBINAR
US MERA: How To Put It To Use For CPMs
Jo Anne Myers-Ciecko, Ida Darragh, Kristi Ridd-Young, Mary Lawlor and Ellie Daniels present information on the US MERA principles of model midwifery legislation regulation, the Bridge Certificate, the current range of MEAC-accredited midwifery schools, the incorporation of US MERA agreements into a draft federal bill, and the collaboration among multiple stakeholders in Maine to bring about CPM licensing legislation based on US MERA agreements.
NEW Webinars coming next week!
We invite you to join us for two webinars next week:
MAMA Campaign: A New Foundation for Federal Recognition of CPMs
Tuesday, November 17, 2015 from 12:30 to 2:00 pm, ET
Join Marly Lawlor, Billy Wynne, Jesse Bushman and Jennie Joseph and learn about the legislative efforts NACPM is involved in to bring about a federal bill that will federally recognize CPM and include CMs in Medicaid coverage. Hear about the critical need for Medicaid reimbursement for CPMs and learn about the strategy for moving legislation forward, and opportunities within the current congress to do so.
DETAILS AND REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR MAMA CAMPAIGN WEBINAR
US MERA: How To Put It To Use For CPMs
Thursday, November 19, 2015 from 3:00 to 4:30 pm, ET
Jo Anne Myers-Ciecko, Ida Darragh, Kristi Ridd-Young, Mary Lawlor and Ellie Daniels will present information on the US MERA principles of model midwifery legislation regulation, the Bridge Certificate, the current range of MEAC-accredited midwifery schools, the incorporation of US MERA agreements into a draft federal bill, and the collaboration among multiple stakeholders in Maine to bring about CPM licensing legislation based on US MERA agreements.
Second Virtual Annual Meeting is Online
Thank you to those who joined our second virtual Annual Meeting yesterday! Your questions and comments were particularly appreciated. For those who were unable to join us, please view the video and supporting documents at the link below:
FIND A RECORDING OF THE MEETING, MEETING AGENDA AND SUPPORT DOCUMENTS HERE
NACPM Second Virtual Annual Meeting
Please join us for our virtual Annual Meeting webinar next Thursday, November 12, 2015 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm ET. NACPM members, stakeholders and others curious about the work of the professional association can participate in our second virtual Annual Meeting. This will be an opportunity to meet the NACPM Board of Directors, staff, consultants, and volunteers; to learn about the accomplishments, challenges, projects and collaborations of 2015; and to find out how members and stakeholders will help shape NACPM priorities for 2016.
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Upcoming NACPM webinars in October and November
Join us for “US MERA: How To Put It To Use For CPMs” on October 27 from 2:00 – 3:30 pm ET. “MAMA Campaign: A New Foundation for Federal Recognition of CPMs” webinar will take place on November 5th. CEUs will be made available.
US MERA Direct Assessment Task Force Webinar
On Monday, October 5, 2015, The US MERA Direct Assessment Task Force took part in a webinar presentation by Charla Long, the nationally acclaimed pioneer in the area of competency-based education.
News from NACPM Chapters
Our latest newsletter welcomes our Pennsylvania and South Carolina State Chapters. Read about reasons for forming a state chapter, the support chapters are receiving from a very generous donor, and meet Susan Smartt Cook, our Chapters Coordinator.
NACPM Members Vote on Board Members and Bylaws
Our recent Board of Directors elections saw the largest ever participation by NACPM members. The membership elected Ellie Daniels, Audrey Levine and Kaye Kanne to serve on our board. In addition, NACPM members voted in favor of amending our bylaws to allow for the formation of state chapters.
NACPM Members Vote on Board Members and Bylaws
Our recent Board of Directors elections saw the largest ever participation by NACPM members. The membership elected Ellie Daniels, Audrey Levine and Kaye Kanne to serve on our board. In addition, NACPM members voted in favor of amending our bylaws to allow for the formation of state chapters.
Infant Mortality: Tragedy and Solutions
In 2012, the U.S. ranked 43rd in the world in infant mortality. A disproportionate number of infant deaths occur in minority communities. Read about the role of racism in infant mortality as well as profiles on a number of individuals and organizations who work to address racial disparities in maternal and infant birth outcomes.
US MERA: What Could It Mean for CPMs – Webinar Recording Available
Watch for Free, 1.5 MEAC CEUs $15
We are thrilled to be able to share with you a very special webinar, presented by Mary Lawlor, Kaye Kanne, Jamie Eidsath, Jo Anne Myers-Ciecko and Sandra Stewart.
This webinar provides an overview of the purpose, history, accomplishments, and next steps for US MERA.
News for CPMs
News for CPMs
Our latest newsletter highlights US MERA, the collaboration with the International Confederation of Midwives and a number of revealing articles that highlight the important role midwives play in improving birth outcomes.
US MERA: What It Could Mean for CPMs
Register Now for our free webinar on September 15, 2:00 – 3:30 pm Eastern Time
We are thrilled to be able to share with you a highly informative webinar on the history, purpose, accomplishments and future of US MERA:
US MERA: What It Could Mean for CPMs.
Join Mary Lawlor, Kaye Kanne, Jamie Eidsath, JoAnne Myers Ciecko and Sandra Stewart to learn more about the US MERA collaboration.