| Updated: |
9/15/2008 |
| Description: |
A licensed direct entry midwife (LDM) supervises the conduct and labor of childbirth, advises the parent as to the progress of childbirth, and renders prenatal, intrapartum and postpartum care. Licensed direct entry midwives provide care in the home, in birthing centers, clinics, and as teachers at midwifery schools. Licensure is voluntary, and unlicensed midwives may practice in Oregon. However, ORS 687.415 allows reimbursement under the Oregon Health Plan only if a licensed midwife provides birthing assistance. Only LDMs are legally authorized to administer legend drugs and devices.
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| Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: |
ORS 687
OAR 332-020
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| Duration: |
Annual |
| Fees - application, exam, etc.: |
Application: $100
Exam fee: $500
Initial license and renewals:$1500
Duplicate license: $25 |
| Responsible Agency: |
Health Licensing Agency |
| Continuing Ed Requirements: |
Please see the "Continuing Education" page of the Board of Direct Entry Midwifery site. |
| Bonding Requirements: |
None |
| Insurance Requirements: |
None |
| Application Form: |
Application for Direct Entry Midwifery License |
| Renewals: |
Application for renewal shall be made in advance of the expiration date, which is the last day of the month one year from the date the license was issued. |
| Service Links: |
 Board of Direct Entry Midwifery Web site
Renewal Process
 OHLA License Inquiry
 Application
 Online Renewal
Online Name/Address Change
Agency Contact Information
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| Required Documentation: |
Completed Application
Completed Oregon Laws & Rules Questionnaire
Affidavit of licensure from another state in which you hold a license (if applicable)
Documentation of minimum clinical experience
Written plan for emergency transport
Proof of current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation |
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Agency Information
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Please refer to the Agency Website for further details and additional information.
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| Agency Name: |
Health Licensing Agency |
| E-mail Address: |
ohla.info@state.or.us
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| Phone: |
503-378-8667
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| Mail Address: |
Oregon Health Licensing Agency
700 Summer Street NE, Suite 320
Salem, OR 97301
- 1287
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| Website Information: |
http://egov.oregon.gov/HLO/ |
