Getting Paid as a Doula: Understanding Medicaid Reimbursement in NJ

Ready to get paid for your doula services? Learn how to navigate NJ Medicaid reimbursement and take the next step in your birthwork career! Getting Paid as a Doula: Understanding Medicaid Reimbursement in NJYou've explored the path to becoming a doula. You've learned about the policies shaping the profession. Now, let's talk about getting paid! TruDoulas of New Jersey invites certified and aspiring doulas to join us for an interactive workforce development session focused on understanding how to receive payment for doula services through New Jersey Medicaid. As part of our ongoing commitment to strengthening the doula workforce, this workshop builds on our previous sessions, Becoming a Doula: Your Pathway Into Birthwork and NJ Doula Policy and Perinatal Workforce Workshop. Now we're shifting the conversation from entering the profession and understanding the policies to navigating the reimbursement process and building a more sustainable path in birthwork. Whether you're newly certified, preparing to enroll as a Medicaid provider, or simply trying to understand how reimbursement works, this session is designed to help you take the next step. What Will We Explore? This beginner-friendly session will focus on: • Understanding NJ Medicaid Doula Reimbursement: Learn how Medicaid reimbursement works for doula services in New Jersey. • Getting Started: Explore provider enrollment, participation requirements, and the steps involved in becoming eligible for reimbursement. • Navigating the Billing Process: Gain an understanding of how claims are submitted and processed. • Common Questions and Challenges: Discuss potential barriers, reimbursement concerns, and resources available to doulas. • Moving Forward: Identify next steps toward navigating reimbursement with greater confidence. Who Should Attend? This workshop is designed for: • Certified birth and postpartum doulas who are new to Medicaid reimbursement • Doulas interested in becoming NJ Medicaid providers • Doulas in training who want to understand reimbursement before entering the workforce • Birthworkers seeking a better understanding of the financial and administrative side of doula care No prior Medicaid billing experience is required. Event Details Date: Saturday, December 12, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM Location: Trenton, New Jersey (TBD) Cost: Free Meal: Provided Registration: Required; space is limited Investing in New Jersey's Doula Workforce Becoming a doula is only one part of the journey. Understanding how to navigate reimbursement is another important step toward building a sustainable practice. Through our Loved Ones Program, TruDoulas is committed to creating opportunities for birthworkers to gain knowledge, strengthen professional connections, and better understand the systems that impact their work. Come ready to learn, ask questions, connect with fellow doulas, and take another step toward getting paid for the important work you do!