MLCA representatives continue to be in communication with BCBS to further develop a functional, updatable list of
qualified lactation service providers that will hopefully graduate beyond the «internal list» accessible only by phone through member services, 800 -262-BLUE (2583), to something readily accessed by the sleep deprived parents of the Commonwealth.
There is truly great value in having a network of peer support around you AND also balancing that with the
qualified and diverse
services of: medical care provider information, childbirth education, labor support,
lactation support, mental health counselors / therapists, etc..
Qualified practioners of Medicaid reimburseable
lactation counseling services are the following NYS licensed health professionals who are International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC): physician, nurse practitioner, midwife, physician assistant, and register
lactation counseling
services are the following NYS licensed health professionals who are International Board Certified
Lactation Consultants (IBCLC): physician, nurse practitioner, midwife, physician assistant, and register
Lactation Consultants (IBCLC): physician, nurse practitioner, midwife, physician assistant, and registered nurse.