Kern Family Health Care (Medi‑Cal) Doula — Kern County (How to Get Covered)
Yes—Kern Family Health Care (KFHC) covers doula services in Kern County. Covered services include one initial 90‑minute visit; up to eight additional prenatal/postpartum visits in any mix; labor & birth support (including miscarriage/abortion/stillbirth); and up to two extended three‑hour postpartum visitswithin one year after pregnancy. A recommendation is required, and KFHC accepts the DHCS Standing Recommendation for the initial set of services. We’ll coordinate everything for you.
At a glance
Who qualifies: Anyone pregnant or within one year after pregnancy and enrolled in KFHC Medi‑Cal (Kern County)
What’s covered: Initial visit, eight additional prenatal/postpartum visits, birth support, two 3‑hour postpartum visits
Recommendation rules: Recommendation required for the initial set. KFHC accepts the DHCS Standing Recommendation; a second recommendation allows up to nine additional postpartum visits if needed
Where care happens: Virtual or in‑person (home, clinic/office, hospital, or birth center)
Cost to you: $0 for covered members
How to get covered (Step‑by‑step)
Tell us you have Kern Family Health Care (Medi‑Cal). Not sure? We’ll check.
We help you secure the recommendation. We’ll use the DHCS Standing Recommendation or coordinate a provider note if needed.
We verify eligibility for the month of service and confirm your preferred visit schedule (virtual or in‑person).
We schedule your first prenatal or postpartum visit and set up text/phone check‑ins.
If you need more postpartum help, we’ll coordinate the second recommendation that allows up to nine additional postpartum visits.
What’s included with KFHC
Initial 90‑minute visit to set goals, plan care, and coordinate with your clinical team
Up to eight additional prenatal/postpartum visits in any mix based on your needs
Labor & birth support (including support for miscarriage, abortion, or stillbirth)
Two extended 3‑hour postpartum visits for hands‑on recovery, lactation support, and home transition (billed in 15‑minute increments; two per pregnancy)
Telehealth available for all visit types; visits can occur at home, in clinic, hospital, or birth center
Scope note: Doulas provide non‑medical support and work alongside your clinical team.
FAQs
Do I need a referral/recommendation? Yes—a recommendation is required. KFHC accepts the DHCS Standing Recommendation for the initial set; if more postpartum visits are needed, we’ll coordinate the second recommendation.
Can I use all my visits postpartum only? Yes—you can use the initial and all eight additional visits during the postpartum period if you didn’t have a doula while pregnant. Two extended 3‑hour postpartum visits are included; we can request the second recommendation for up to nine more postpartum visits when appropriate.
Where can visits happen? Home, office/clinic, hospital, or birth center; virtual options are available for every visit type.
Is loss support covered? Yes—coverage includes miscarriages, abortion, and stillbirth.
How do I reach you when labor starts? You’ll have a direct text/phone line to your doula with backup coverage.
Contact Melancentric — Book Your Complimentary Consult
Call: 619‑379‑0011
Text: 619‑379‑0011
Book online: Complimentary Consultation
Member tip: KFHC members can use the Provider/Member Services line listed on their ID card or visit the KFHC website to locate their PCP and confirm eligibility.
