AABC is looking for dedicated members who are passionate about our mission, core values, and the families we serve. This year, AABC members will elect both new directors and our next president. Continue Reading
The CMS Rural Health Transformation Program, established by the "One Big Beautiful Bill" Act, is sending $50 billion to states over five years to boost rural healthcare, with a priority on prenatal care and eliminating maternity care deserts. Continue Reading
Apply to present at the 2026 AABC Birth Institute in Indianapolis this fall. Continue Reading
Rep. Ashley Hinson (IA-02) has reintroduced the Midwives for MOMS Act (H.R.6934) in the 19th Congress, joined by co-lead Rep. Adam Gray (CA-13). This bipartisan legislation would expand the education and training pipeline for credentialed midwives and nurse-midwives. Continue Reading
Twenty member birth centers were recognized for their exemplary outcomes in the 2024 ACNM Benchmarking project. Each year, the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) asks midwifery practices with certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) or certified midwives (CMs) to participate in the project. Continue Reading
The AABC Foundation recently presented Ann Geisler with its Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of her extraordinary leadership, advocacy, and dedication to advancing midwifery-led birth centers nationwide. Continue Reading
At the 2025 AABC Birth Institute, we were honored to celebrate a group of dedicated professionals who are advancing the field of birth center care. These individuals were recognized for their outstanding contributions to improving maternal health outcomes and promoting sustainable birth center care. Continue Reading
U.S. Representative Kelly Morrison (MN-03) has introduced the BABIES Act into the 19th Congress. This bipartisan bill, co-led by Representative Ashley Hinson (IA-02), will improve access to birth centers and expand birth and maternity care through Medicaid. Continue Reading
AABC is raising serious concerns about Cigna’s recently announced policy, Evaluation and Management Coding and Accuracy Reimbursement Policy Number 49, which will automatically downcode high-level evaluation and management (E/M) claims using AI, without reviewing medical records. Continue Reading
Get involved! Apply by Nov. 5 to join a 2025 AABC Committee. All members welcome — bring your skills, passion, and ideas. Continue Reading
AABC recently held elections for the Board of Directors, with members choosing from a strong slate of candidates for Director and Alternate Director. Continue Reading
Do you know someone who has gone above and beyond in supporting birth centers? Now is the time to recognize their contributions by nominating them for an AABC Achievement Award. Deadline: July 8, 2025 Continue Reading
