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College of Midwives Maternity Benefit Survey

Abstract:

Background: Initial discussions with the Department of Health following the Nurses Amendment Act, highlighted the need for information on what services midwives were providing and the payment they were receiving. Aim: To obtain accurate information on what services independent midwives in New Zealand provide, how much time is involved in each area of work and what costs are incurred by the midwives. Purpose: To set up a database on the work of independent midwives for use in benefit negotiations and to support the role of midwives in future maternity care provision.

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funding model, independent midwives (LMCs), midwifery care