This report examines the effectiveness of four WVPP initiatives and potential costs savings.
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The WVPP, in its short existence, has address the most pressing and cost-effective ways to
reduce the costs of providing health care to pregnant women, mothers and newborns. These programs have great potential for reducing costs to private and government insurers as well as the state and federal government. All have proven track records. The success of WVPP indicates their work has produced benefits to the State which exceed the costs. Their continuation and expansion are in West Virginia’s best interests. But the most important consideration is not cost but the health benefits to mothers and their offspring.