Our directory lists 2 home birth midwives in Kihei, Hawaii: one Certified Professional Midwife (CPM) and one Licensed Midwife (LM). Before you hire anyone, ask about her license, the area she covers and her openings near your due date.
Midwife Directory Listings in Kihei
Midwife Listings Near Kihei
Another 2 midwives practice in nearby Hawaii towns, listed below with rough distances.
These Hawaii listings are in nearby towns. Distances are straight-line from Kihei and are approximate. Home birth midwives often travel to clients, so ask each practice whether it serves your address. Only Hawaii listings appear here because midwifery licenses do not carry across state lines.
- Amanda Moore, Certified Professional Midwife (CPM)Makawao, HI · about 10 mi
- Merrily Divine Daly, Certified Professional Midwife (CPM)Makawao, HI · about 10 mi
Home Birth Cost in Kihei
Use this range only as planning context. Ask each practice for a current written quote that identifies included care, separately billed services, supplies, assistant fees, and refund terms. Confirm insurance and HSA/FSA eligibility with the relevant plan administrator or tax professional.
Insurance Coverage for Home Birth in Hawaii
These summaries are starting points, not benefit guarantees. Coverage depends on provider credentials, network status, services, and the specific plan.
Verify benefits and participating providers directly with the insurer before signing a contract. Ask the practice what documentation it can provide for a coverage or reimbursement request.
Midwife Licensing in Hawaii
Hawaii licenses midwives through the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs under HRS chapter 457J, established by Act 32 of 2019 and made permanent by Act 28 of 2025. The license is built on the NARM CPM credential or the AMCB Certified Midwife credential, and licensed midwives lawfully attend home births across the islands. CNMs are licensed by the Hawaii Board of Nursing. State law requires a licensed midwife to maintain a plan for transporting you to the nearest hospital.
Directory source checks do not replace current license verification. Ask the practice which credential or license applies to its services and confirm it with the relevant state board or credentialing organization.
What to Confirm With Each Practice
Ask whether the practice currently attends home births in your ZIP code, whether it has availability around your due date, which credentials and licenses apply, what its package includes, and how it handles insurance and billing. Clinical suitability and care decisions should be discussed directly with a qualified health professional who knows your circumstances.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a home birth midwife cost in Kihei?
Our national sample ranges from $2,000 to $9,921, but local fees and included services vary. Request a current written quote from each practice.
Does Medicaid cover home birth in Hawaii?
Med-QUEST covers CNM services at 75 percent of the physician rate, but Hawaii reported home birth is not a covered setting and licensed midwives cannot bill Med-QUEST. Confirm current policy with your QUEST Integration plan before planning on coverage. Confirm current benefits and participating providers with the specific Medicaid plan.
Does every listed Kihei midwife attend home births?
No. A listing does not by itself establish a provider's current birth setting, service area, licensure, or availability. Confirm each item directly with the practice.
What should I confirm before contacting a Kihei midwife?
Confirm current credentials, home birth services, geographic service area, availability, fees, insurance policies, and contact information.
What does a claimed profile tell me?
A claimed profile may include provider-submitted availability, insurance, pricing, service area, and practice details. Confirm time-sensitive information directly before making a care decision.
What is the difference between a CPM and a CNM in Hawaii?
A CPM is a midwifery credential focused on out-of-hospital practice. A CNM is an advanced-practice nursing credential and may be used in hospital, birth center, clinic, or home settings. State licensing rules differ. Confirm each provider's current credential, license, and setting directly.
How do I choose the best midwife in Kihei, HI?
There is no official ranking of midwives, and Home Birth Partners does not rank the practices it lists. Families usually compare current license status, home birth experience, the emergency transfer plan and receiving hospital, fees and what they include, and availability around the due date. Hawaii licenses midwives through the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs under HRS chapter 457J, established by Act 32 of 2019 and made permanent by Act 28 of 2025. Verify each midwife's license before hiring. Our midwife interview guide lists questions to ask.
Nearby Cities in Hawaii
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