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Advanced Practice Midwife

Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing ProvidersAdvanced Practice Midwife
15,436 providers nationally367A00000X

Definition

Advanced practice midwifery encompasses the independent provision of care during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period; sexual and reproductive health; gynecologic health; and family planning services, including preconception care. Midwives also provide primary care for individuals from adolescence throughout the lifespan as well as care for the healthy newborn during the first 28 days of life. Midwives provide initial and ongoing comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Midwifery care includes health promotion, disease prevention, risk assessment and management, and individualized wellness education and counseling.

Quick Facts

Taxonomy Code
367A00000X
Grouping
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Classification
Advanced Practice Midwife
National Providers
15,436
Conditions Treated
0

Top States

CA1,285 providers
FL999 providers
NY922 providers
TX750 providers
NC633 providers
WA617 providers
GA579 providers
IL576 providers
PA564 providers
OH546 providers

Specialty data is derived from the NUCC Healthcare Provider Taxonomy. Provider counts are approximate and reflect NPI registry data. Always verify provider credentials independently.

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