House Resolution No. by Representative Berault urges the Louisiana Department of Health to evaluate the feasibility of updating its Medicaid coverage policy and fee schedule to enhance access to healthcare services for individuals at risk for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and those already diagnosed. The resolution highlights the increasing prevalence of GDM within the Louisiana Medicaid population, which has risen from 10.2% to 14.8% in recent years, and emphasizes the importance of addressing this issue due to its potential long-term health implications for both mothers and children. It specifically calls for the inclusion of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) services for all qualifying GDM patients, as current policies only cover insulin-dependent cases.

The resolution mandates that the Louisiana Department of Health conduct a comprehensive study on the potential updates to Medicaid coverage, including an analysis of associated costs, long-term savings for the healthcare system, and the health risks of maintaining the current policies. The Department is required to submit a written report of its findings to the House Committee on Health and Welfare by January 1, 2026, unless it decides to implement policy changes before that date. The resolution aims to ensure better healthcare access for those affected by GDM, ultimately improving maternal and child health outcomes in Louisiana.