Maternal/Perinatal Health

Comprehensive Perinatal Services (CPSP)

The Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program (CPSP) provides a wide range of culturally competent services to Medi-Cal pregnant women, from conception through 60 days postpartum.  In addition to standard obstetric services, women receive enhanced services in the areas of nutrition, psychosocial and health education. The Legislature enacted CPSP in 1984 in response to findings from the OB Access Project, which found that a comprehensive approach reduced both low birth weight rates and health care costs in women and infants. CPSP became a Medi-Cal benefit in 1987.  Medi-Cal providers who provide services to pregnant women may apply to become a CPSP provider. Medi-Cal Managed Health Care Plans are required to provide access to CPSP-comparable services for pregnant Medi-Cal eligible recipients.

Pregnant mother holding her stomach

Client program requirements:

  • Medi-Cal eligible women
  • Resident of Pasadena, Altadena, or surrounding cities
  • Pregnant or no more than 60 days postpartum

Services for Clients:

  • Obstetric care
  • Nutrition education/assessment
  • Psychosocial education/assessment
  • Health education
  • Referrals for other services

Local CPSP Providers

For more information and appointments:

Dr. Jonathan Tam
105 N. Hill Ave #203
Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 449-2800

For Providers

To get more information on becoming a Pasadena CPSP Provider, call (626) 744-6038 or visit https://www.cdph.ca.gov

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