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The rankings are based on provisional birth certificate data collected by the Center for Vital Records and Statistics.
LDH News
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LDH announces Rural Health Transformation Funding
The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) is announcing that Louisiana will receive over $208 million through the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP).
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Meeting of the Nursing Home Emergency Preparedness Review Committee and Agenda
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Doula Provider Enrollment Packet Now Available
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LDH to extend UnitedHealthcare contract for 90 days
Members currently enrolled with UHC will remain with that plan during this period and will not be reassigned to a new health plan on January 1, 2026. No action is required by members at this time.
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LDH Announces Update to Medicaid Managed Care Contracts for 2026
The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) announced it will not renew its contract with the managed care organization (MCO) UnitedHealthcare beyond the current contract expiration date of December 31, 2025.
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December 2025 Legislative Oversight Committee Activity
The December 2025 Legislative Oversight Committee reports have been submitted to the respective legislative oversight committees in accordance with R.S. 49:968(D)(1)(b)(c). Prior submissions are available in the archives.
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December 2025 Final Rules
The Louisiana Department of Health, Bureau of Health Services Financing has submitted Final Rules to the Office of the State Register for publication in the December 20, 2025 edition of the Louisiana Register in accordance with the provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act, R.S. 49:950 et seq.
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LDH opens application period for second round of H.E.R.O. Fund
Approximately $6 million will be distributed among recipients to help grow the healthcare workforce pipeline in Louisiana. The grant application period will close on January 16, 2026.
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LDH advises Louisianans to discard ByHeart infant formula linked to botulism contamination
Caregivers should seek immediate medical care for their infant if they consumed ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula and develop any symptoms of infant botulism.
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Louisiana Department of Health appoints Seth Gold as Medicaid Director
Mr. Gold will lead the development and coordination of policies that strengthen healthcare access, quality, and value across Louisiana.
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LDH preparing to distribute 100% federal SNAP funds
The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) is preparing to distribute 100% federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funds to eligible recipients, including able-bodied adults, within a week.