CareSource and LunaJoy Health partner to increase access to maternal mental health care for high-risk mothers covered by Medicaid

ATLANTA (CARESOURCE) — CareSource, a mission-driven managed care plan serving more than 450,000 Georgians, today announced a partnership with LunaJoy Health, a leader in the women's mental health space. The partnership will leverage LunaJoy Health's extensive experience in perinatal mood disorders and innovative care model. The model utilizes a team of perinatal mental health experts and telehealth to deliver effective and convenient care to high-risk mothers covered by Medicaid in Georgia. The work to screen and identify members is already underway.

“We are honored to partner with LunaJoy Health to bring needed mental health support to women throughout their pregnancy journey and beyond,” said Dr. Seema Csukas, vice president and chief medical officer for CareSource Georgia. “Addressing the health of the mind and body is key to improving maternal health, infant health and the health of the family.”

Maternal mortality rates are on the rise, with mental health conditions such as suicide and overdose emerging as the primary contributors. Recent funding initiatives, including the Transforming Maternal and Child Health Model by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, underscore the urgent need for comprehensive solutions. Per reports released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in 2022, four out of five maternal deaths are preventable, and mental health conditions account for 23% of preventable deaths. Given the fact that more than 75% of women who have perinatal mood disorders do not receive treatment or intervention, this is a critical area of focus to improve health outcomes for women delivering babies in the United States.

LunaJoy Health, with its established footprint in Georgia, is a key partner in addressing women's mental health in the state. LunaJoy Health and CareSource Georgia have aligned with a shared commitment. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in ensuring that women most in need receive access to comprehensive and effective maternal care.

"We are excited to join forces with CareSource to bring about positive change in maternal health care," said Dr. Sipra Laddha, chief executive officer of LunaJoy Health. "Our unique solution, combined with CareSource's forward-thinking approach and facilitation, will undoubtedly make a lasting impact on the well-being of high-risk mothers. We are thrilled that the mission-based team at CareSource immediately recognized and shared in not only our vision, but also the urgency in addressing this need, and they have worked diligently to bring this partnership to fruition."

About Lunajoy Health

LunaJoy is an innovative women's mental health technology platform, offering specialized care navigation, counseling and psychiatry solutions specialized for the needs of women. LunaJoy is wholly dedicated to leveraging technology to empower women at every phase of life, from postpartum to menopause. Lunajoy's tech-driven + patient centric services seamlessly integrate with major insurance providers, including Medicare and Medicaid, as well as OBGYN providers ensuring accessibility for all.

For more, visit us at www.hellolunajoy.com, or contact us at pr@hellolunajoy.com