The proposed bill amends Title 35 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to establish a new chapter, CHAPTER 54A, which introduces the Maternal Health Monitoring Pilot Program. This program aims to enhance maternal health care for eligible participants—specifically pregnant individuals who are recipients of medical assistance and members of participating managed care organizations—through remote patient monitoring for maternal hypertension and diabetes. The bill outlines the definitions of key terms, the establishment and administration of the pilot program, and the requirements for remote patient monitoring technology. It mandates the selection of managed care organizations and a vendor to facilitate the program, which will be operational for fiscal years 2026-2027 and 2027-2028.

The bill also details the responsibilities of participating managed care organizations, including contracting with the selected vendor and ensuring access to the program for eligible patients. The Department of Health is tasked with implementing the program in various counties, particularly those identified as maternity care deserts or rural areas. Additionally, the bill stipulates a fee payment structure for the administration of the pilot program, a cap on the number of participants, and a requirement for a comprehensive report evaluating the program's outcomes within 24 months of its expiration. The authority to implement the pilot program will expire two years after it becomes operational.