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Maternity Support Program for Employers

Optum provides support, education and resources to improve costs associated with pre-term births and NICU admissions.

Healthy mom, healthy baby, happy family

The Optum Maternity Support Program offers:

  • Preconception care: Early preparation and guidance toward a healthier pregnancy
  • Early identification of risk triggers: Monitoring and management
  • 1-on-1 access to a maternity nurse: Education, guidance and answers
  • Postpartum education support: Includes coaching for parents

Awards and accreditations

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Key benefits

37% engagement

More than 37% unique members engage with us by telephone.

3:1 ROI

The program has proven its value with a 3:1 ROI through claims-based analysis.

38% lower NICU spend

Those who engaged with us had a 38% lower NICU spend compared to those who did not.

31% reduction in NICU stay

Those who engaged with us saw a 31% reduction in NICU length of stay compared to those who did not.

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