Your maternity journey

Maternal health benefits

G.E.H.A's maternal health coverage is designed to provide quality care for a safe, healthy birth, with guidance before, during and after delivery.

Doula coverage

G.E.H.A covers doula maternal support throughout pregnancy, labor/delivery and post-partum up to $1,000 per pregnancy (but not greater than the cost of doula support; deductible applies for HDHP members). Doulas must be certified to provide doula services to meet the Plan requirements of a covered provider as outlined in the plan brochure. Members are responsible for all charges in excess of $1,000.

Maternal mental health benefit coverage

G.E.H.A covers the first five visits per year, per pregnancy for office-based treatment of prenatal and postpartum depression with an in-network provider. Services include: diagnostic evaluation, medication evaluation and management, treatment and counseling. After the first five visits, benefits apply as outlined in the plan brochure.

Childbirth class benefits

Members receive up to a $150 allowance (but not greater than the cost of the class; deductible applies for HDHP members) for childbirth classes, both in-network or out-of-network, as long as they are offered through a covered provider or facility.

Breast pump benefits

How to order your breast pump
Your breast pump benefit covers one dual suction, double-channel electric breast pump at 100%, with a physician's prescription, every 12 months when purchased from an in-network provider (such as your OB/GYN). A new prescription is required when requesting a new or replacement pump. Additional pumps may be obtained at your expense. Limit one pump every 12 months.

When to order your pump
Members can order as early as 30 days prior to their due date or once baby is born if they deliver prematurely.

Where to get your pump
You may obtain the breast pump and supplies from a contracted (in-network) provider (such as your OB/GYN). Not all providers are contracted to supply breast pumps (or associated supplies), so confirm with you provider if they are contracted with the UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus network to provide breast pumps. A list of nationwide providers is included below — these providers can ship on a nationwide basis. Providers may have different brands or models in stock, which are subject to change.

If you choose to use a non-contracted (out-of-network) provider, you will be responsible for costs as outlined in the plan brochure. You will not be reimbursed for a pump or supplies purchased at a retail store.

FAQs

Q: How do I know if my doctor, hospital and lab are in-network with the Elevate and Elevate Plus plans?
A: You can check online or call 1-800-821-6136 to ask a G.E.H.A Customer Care representative .

Q: What is included in the maternity benefit with the Elevate and Elevate Plus plans?
A: Your maternity benefits are based on your specific plan. Your plan brochure will be your main source of maternity benefit information. Visit geha.com/planbrochure or call our Customer Care team at 1-800-821-6136.

Q: How much time do I have to add my baby to my G.E.H.A policy?
A: You have up to 60 days to add your baby to your plan. You should contact our Enrollment Department at 1-800-821-6136 for details.

Q: Is my baby covered under my maternity benefits while they are in the hospital?
A: The baby will be covered for normal nursery charges only. If your baby requires special or non-routine care, they will be considered under the general medical benefits as a separate person on your policy. This includes circumcision. Please see the G.E.H.A plan brochure if you need clarification.

Q: Is the Maternal RSV vaccine or RSV antibody for babies covered by G.E.H.A if it's recommended?
A: RSV vaccines are covered at $0 cost share for ages 0–24 months and 60 and older as well as members with a maternity diagnosis. For a complete list of covered immunizations, go to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) vaccine schedules.

Helpful websites

• Office on Women's Health — womenshealth.gov/pregnancy
• American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists — acog.org
• Hear Her Campaign — cdc.gov/hearher
• March of Dimes — marchofdimes.org
• Eat Real Food — realfood.gov
• Postpartum Support International — postpartum.net

Mental health resources

• National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
• Crisis Text Line — Text "TALK" or "HOME" to 741741
• Warmline directory — When you just need someone to talk to but are not in crisis, consider using a "warmline"
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — 1-800-273-TALK (8255) OR dial 988 to connect to local emergency mental health services
• National Domestic Violence Hotline — 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) OR text "START" to 88788
• SAMHSA National Helpline — a valuable resource for those who may be struggling with substance abuse at 1-800-662-HELP
• National Alliance on Mental Illness — valuable mental health information and resources
• National Institute of Mental Health

This is a brief description of the features of Government Employees Health Association, Inc.'s health plans. Before making a final decision, please read the G.E.H.A Federal brochures, which are available at geha.com/PlanBrochure. All benefits are subject to the definitions, limitations, and exclusions set forth in the Federal brochures.