Long-acting reversible contraceptive utilization after policy change increasing device reimbursement to wholesale acquisition cost in Louisiana

Unintended pregnancies, occurring in nearly 1 out of every 2 (45%) pregnancies in the United States, are associated with adverse health and social outcomes for the infant and the mother. The risk of unintended pregnancies is significantly reduced when women use long-acting reversible contraceptives, namely intrauterine devices and implants. Inadequate reimbursement for long-acting reversible contraceptive devices may be an access barrier to...