Doulas in Santa Cruz, CA
33 doulas listed in Santa Cruz: 5 practices and clinics and 28 independent doulas. 6 are on the Medi-Cal Doula Directory.
Source: CMS NPI registry (NPPES). Data as of September 2026. Public records, not yet confirmed by each provider. How we build this directory
YesDoes Medicaid pay for a doula in California?Does Medicaid pay for a doula in California?
In California, Medicaid covers doula care: up to $3,263.31 per pregnancy for an initial visit, 8 prenatal or postpartum visits and 2 extended postpartum visits, plus support during labor and delivery.
- Medicaid pays the doula:
- up to $3,263.31 per pregnancy. Medicaid members pay $0.
- Since:
- January 2023
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The standard package is 1 initial visit plus 8 prenatal or postpartum visits in any mix, and 2 extended 3-hour postpartum visits after the pregnancy ends (11 visits total, plus labor support). DHCS's statewide standing recommendation (Nov 2023) covers this standard package, so no individual referral is needed; the extra 9 postpartum visits require a written recommendation from a licensed provider and cannot come from a standing order. Covered in fee-for-service and all Medi-Cal managed care plans; one visit per day. Services also cover miscarriage, stillbirth and abortion. The 2024 rate increase is funded through the MCO tax and Prop 35; DHCS's reimbursement FAQ (updated Sept 2025) says the rates remain in effect, and we found no 2026 change. Figures come from DHCS's All Plan Letter 23-024, its 2024 doula slides and the federally approved plan amendment (SPA 22-0002).
On the Medi-Cal Doula Directory (6)
Practices and doulas on the state's list. Ask whether they're taking Medi-Cal clients now.
Source: Medi-Cal Doula Directory. Data as of April 2025.
Full Moon Family Wellness and Birth Center
701 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 454-8031Other practices, clinics and hospitals (4)
Source: CMS Birthing-Friendly hospitals. Data as of July 2026.
Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center of Santa Cruz
2900 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 477-2200Other independent doulas (23)
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Ariana Pacheco
Barbara Lish
Brenda Ehle
Chloe Newton
Crystal Lyons
Gretchen Retka
Inna Dagman
Jemima Brigham
Jennifer Harker
Journey Talkovic
Kaye Coleman
Laura Sandoval
Lauren Dixon
Mairin Torr
Megan Bunch
Nadia Peralta
Osha Maloney
Patricia Poritzky
Rachel Blackwell
Sarah Hirshland
Savannah Tucker
Shana Bartlett
Victoria Jones
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Having a baby in CaliforniaBenefits, each with its source, checked October 2026Pregnancy MedicaidUp to 322% FPLWICYesPaid family leaveYesMedicaid pays for a doulaYesSee CaliforniaChoosing a doula
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- How to choose a doula: questions to ask before you hireStart looking in your second trimester, interview two or three doulas, and get backup and fees in writing. The interview questions, red flags and Medicaid tips.
- How much does a doula cost in 2026?Most private birth doulas charge a flat fee of $500 to $2,500 or more. See what's included, Medicaid doula rates by state, and HSA/FSA rules.