New Maternal Billing Codes Bring Transparency to Healthcare System
Camille A. Clare and Lisa G. Hofler
Summary
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) supports replacing bundled 'global' maternal care billing codes with a more transparent system that clearly itemizes services. This change allows patients to understand exactly what they are being charged for throughout their pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum care. The new billing structure benefits both patients and clinicians by improving financial clarity and reducing confusion about healthcare costs. Transparent billing enables better financial planning for expecting families and helps healthcare providers deliver care more efficiently.
