Government Insurance

Using Medi-Cal with Cooings

California's expanded Medi-Cal coverage now includes doula services. Eligible families may pay nothing out of pocket.

California has expanded Medi-Cal to cover doula services as part of its commitment to improving maternal health outcomes, particularly in underserved communities. Cooings is proud to support Medi-Cal members with culturally responsive postpartum care — at little to no cost for qualifying families.

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Cooings doula caring for a newborn with mother

Step by Step Guide

Reimbursement Process

Follow these simple steps to use your benefit with Cooings.

Confirm Your Medi-Cal Eligibility

Verify that your Medi-Cal managed care plan includes doula coverage. Most plans activated this benefit starting in 2025 — check with your plan or contact us for help.

Connect with Cooings

Reach out to our team for a free consultation. We'll confirm your plan details and match you with a doula who speaks your language and understands your traditions.

Receive Care at Home

Your doula provides hands-on postpartum support including newborn care, feeding guidance, and recovery assistance — all in the comfort of your home.

We Handle the Billing

Cooings manages all claims and documentation with your Medi-Cal managed care plan directly. No paperwork or reimbursement hassle on your end.

Cooings doula supporting mother and newborn at home

What You Get

See What Success Looks Like

Medi-Cal families working with Cooings receive the same premium care our private-pay clients do — because every family deserves exceptional support.

Key Benefit

Zero out-of-pocket cost for eligible Medi-Cal members

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Culturally and linguistically matched doula care

All billing handled directly by Cooings

Same quality of care as our private-pay services

Payment Options

Direct Billing to Medi-Cal

For qualifying members, Cooings bills your Medi-Cal managed care plan directly. Eligible families pay zero out of pocket for covered doula visits.

Managed Care Plan Coordination

We work with major Medi-Cal managed care plans including L.A. Care, Health Net, Molina, and others to ensure your benefits are applied correctly.

The doula we connected with through Cooings was incredible! She understood our needs, respected our family's culture, and provided amazing lactation support. I never felt alone in my postpartum journey.
Emma R.·First-Time Mom & C-Section Recovery