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American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM)

ACNM is the professional association for certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) and certified midwives (CMs) in the US. CNMs are advanced practice registered nurses who provide prenatal care, attend births in hospitals, birth centers, and homes, and offer well-woman gynecological care.

Founded 1955Silver Spring, MD
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Services & Programs

Cost Information

Midwifery care is covered by most insurance plans and all Medicaid programs. Out-of-pocket costs for a birth center birth with a CNM are typically $3,000-$6,000, compared to $10,000-$30,000 for a hospital birth.

Parent Tip

Certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) are fully licensed medical providers who can manage low-risk pregnancies independently. Studies show CNM-attended births have lower rates of intervention and higher satisfaction scores. Use ACNM's Find a Midwife tool to locate CNMs in your area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a CNM and a CPM?
A CNM (Certified Nurse-Midwife) is a registered nurse with a graduate degree in midwifery, credentialed through ACNM. A CPM (Certified Professional Midwife) is credentialed through NARM and typically attends home births. CNMs can practice in hospitals, birth centers, and homes.
Can a midwife handle emergencies?
CNMs are trained to identify and manage complications, and they practice with physician collaboration agreements. In hospitals and birth centers, they have immediate access to emergency equipment and can transfer care to an OB if needed.

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