Women's Health

Maternal Health Services

Alexander County Health Department provides comprehensive prenatal care from the first positive pregnancy test to the 6-week postpartum check with special emphasis placed on prevention, screening, education and treatment for the healthiest mothers and babies. Care is individualized according to client needs and the cost is determined according to a sliding fee scale according to family size and income. ACHD accepts residents of Catawba County who are eligible for Medicaid and county residents who are not eligible for Medicaid and meet financial criteria.

Services included:

• Routine prenatal checks
• Postpartum follow-up care
• Testing for STD’s (sexually transmitted diseases)
• Ultrasounds

Pregnancy Testing

Pregnancy tests are provided for $10 on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons 1pm-5pm or Friday mornings 8-12. Results are confidential. Appointments to enroll into the Maternal Health (below) or Family Planning Programs may be made at this time depending on the results of the test. For more information, please call (828) 632-9704.

Maternal Care Coordinators

Maternal Care Coordinators serve Medicaid eligible pregnant women who need help in getting resources to assure a healthy baby. Maternal Care Coordinators are social workers or registered nurses. They assist moms-to-be in preparing for their child’s birth by teaching about what to expect, following the maternal care plan and working closely with doctors, hospitals, schools and other agencies who are involved with the pregnant woman’s care. Maternal Care Coordinators encourage and support parents in building strong families by helping find answers to questions, assisting in locating resources and services needed, and making home visits. This program, supported through Baby Love, is committed to helping mothers have the healthiest pregnancy possible and to prepare her for her new infant. Women eligible for Maternal Care Coordination may also receive Child Care Coordination services for her child after birth.