Priority Area
Maternal and Child Health
The well-being of women, infants, children and families determines the health of the next generation. Events over the life course influence maternal and child health risks and outcomes. Differences in health outcomes such as infant mortality, by race and ethnicity, can predict future public health challenges for families, communities and the health care system.
Priority Area Goals
1
Increase access to quality primary, preventative, and sub-specialty care for infants, children, and adolescents.
2
Reduce infant morbidity and mortality.
3
Reduce maternal morbidity and mortality.
4
Improve preconception and inter-conception health.
Indicator Performance
Priority Area Snapshot
12
Objectives
4 of 12
Improving / Met
3
Targets Met
9 of 12
Data Available
SHIP Data Indicator Performance Icon Definitions
Target Met or Exceeded
Indicator has MET the SHIP target value.
Improving
Indicator has NOT met the SHIP target, but the latest value is CLOSER to the target value than the previous value.
Little or No Change
Indicator has NOT met the SHIP target, but the latest value is NO DIFFERENT than the previous value.
Getting Worse
Indicator has NOT met the SHIP target, but the latest value is FARTHER AWAY from the target value than the previous value.
Data Unavailable
Data is currently unavailable or is “Baseline Only” data.
Priority Area Objectives
Each of the sections below expand to present detailed supporting information, metrics, and graphs for each of the priority area objectives.
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| Priority Area | Obj # | Objective | Baseline | Current | SHIP 2022-2026 Target | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCH | MCH1.1 | By December 31, 2026, increase the percentage of children aged 17 years and younger with special health care needs who have a medical home from 32.7% (2020) to 36%. | 32.7% (2020) | 36.8% (2023-2024) | 36% | | |
| MCH | MCH1.2 | By December 31, 2026, increase the percentage of Black, non-Hispanic children aged 17 years or younger with special health care needs who have a medical home from 24.7% (2019-2020) to 29.6%. | 24.7% (2019-2020) | 41.1% (2023-2024) | 29.6% | | |
| MCH | MCH1.3 | By December 31, 2026, increase the percentage of children and adolescents aged three through 17 years with a mental/behavioral health condition who received treatment or counseling from 45.4% (2020) to 50%. | 45.4% (2020) | 35.1% (2023-2024) | 50% | | |
| MCH | MCH1.4 | By December 31, 2026, increase the percentage of low-income children aged 17 years and younger who received preventive dental care from 67% (2020) to 70.4%. | 67% (2020) | 71.9% (2023) | 70.4% | | |
| MCH | MCH1.5 | By December 31, 2026, increase the percentage of children aged 9 through 35 months who received a developmental screening using a parent-completed screening tool in the past year from 27.8% (2020) to 30.6%. | 27.8% (2020) | 23.1% (2023-2024) | 30.6% | | |
| MCH | MCH2.1 | By December 31, 2026, reduce the hospital average length of stay for infants* diagnosed with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) from 13.6 days (2021) to 11.9 days. *Infants are aged 12 months or younger | 13.6 days (2021) | 14.4 (2022) | 11.9 days | | |
| MCH | MCH2.2 | By December 31, 2026, reduce the rate of congenital syphilis from 73.0 per 100,000 live births (2020) to 62.1 per 100,000 resident births. | 73.0 per 100,000 resident births (2020) | 111.1 per 100,000 resident births (2024) | 62.1 per 100,000 resident births | | |
| MCH | MCH2.3 | By December 31, 2026, reduce the Black infant* mortality rate from 10.7 per 1,000 live births (2020) to 9.6 per 1,000 live births. *Infants are aged 12 months or younger | 10.7 per 1,000 live births (2020) | 10.9 per 1,000 live births (2024) | 9.6 per 1,000 live births | | |
| MCH | MCH3.1 | By December 31, 2026, reduce the pregnancy-related mortality rate from 19.5 per 100,000 live births (2019) to 17.6 per 100,000 live births. | 19.5 per 100,000 live births (2019) | 28.7 per 100,000 live births (2021) | 17.6 per 100,000 live births | | |
| MCH | MCH3.2 | By December 31, 2026, reduce the Black pregnancy-related mortality rate from 38.9 per 100,000 live births (2019) to 31.1 per 100,000 live births. | 38.9 per 100,000 live births (2019) | 75.1 per 100,000 live births (2021) | 31.1 per 100,000 live births | | |
| MCH | MCH3.3 | By December 31, 2026, increase the percentage of mothers with Medicaid who attend a postpartum care visit with a health care provider from 7 to 84 days after delivery from 70.4% (2021) to 80%. | 70.4% (2021) | 83.9% (2022) | 80% | | |
| MCH | MCH4.1 | By December 31, 2026, increase the percentage of women aged 18 years and older who had their teeth cleaned by a dentist or dental hygienist in the 12 months before their pregnancy from 31.4% (2020) to 38%. | 31.4% (2020) | 37.9% (2022) | 38% | |
| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, increase the percentage of children aged 17 years and younger with special health care needs who have a medical home from 32.7% (2020) to 36%. | National Survey of Children’s Health | |
The statewide data table displays the percentages of children aged 17 years and younger with special health care needs who have a medical home in Florida. This data highlights the trends in access to coordinated, comprehensive care for these children over. The 2021-2022 and future survey estimates from the National Survey of Children's Health are not comparable to prior survey's estimates and should not be used for data trending.
Percentage of Children Aged 17 Years and Younger With Special Health Care Needs Who Have a Medical Home, Florida
| Year | Percent | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 30.3% | 36.0% |
| 2019 | 34.1% | 36.0% |
| 2020 | 32.7% | 36.0% |
| 2021 | 32.6% | 36.0% |
| 2022 | 32.6% | 36.0% |
| 2023 | 29.3% | 36.0% |
| 2024 | 36.8% | 36.0% |
Specific county-level data will be displayed when acquired.
| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, increase the percentage of Black, non-Hispanic children aged 17 years or younger with special health care needs who have a medical home from 24.7% (2019-2020) to 29.6%. | National Survey of Children’s Health | |
The statewide data table displays the percentages of Black, non-Hispanic children aged 17 years and younger with special health care needs who have a medical home in Florida. This data highlights the trends in access to coordinated, comprehensive care for these children. The 2021-2022 and future survey estimates from the National Survey of Children's Health are not comparable to prior survey's estimates and should not be used for data trending.
Percentage of Black, Non-Hispanic Children Aged 17 Years and Younger With Special Health Care Needs Who Have a Medical Home, Florida
| Year | Percent | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 22.5% | 29.6% |
| 2020 | 24.7% | 29.6% |
| 2021 | 28.1% | 29.6% |
| 2022 | 26.6% | 29.6% |
| 2023 | 18.1% | 29.6% |
| 2024 | 41.1% | 29.6% |
Specific county-level data will be displayed when acquired.
| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, increase the percentage of children and adolescents aged three through 17 years with a mental/behavioral health condition who received treatment or counseling from 45.4% (2020) to 50%. | National Survey of Children’s Health | |
The statewide data table displays the percentages of children and adolescents aged 3 through 17 years with a mental or behavioral health condition who received treatment or counseling in Florida. This data provides insight into the trends in access to mental health services for this age group. The 2021-2022 and future survey estimates from the National Survey of Children's Health are not comparable to prior survey's estimates and should not be used for data trending.
Percentage of Children and Adolescents Aged 3 through 17 Years With a Mental/Behavioral Health Condition Who Received Treatment or Counseling, Florida
| Year | Percent | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 48.2% | 50.0% |
| 2019 | 53.0% | 50.0% |
| 2020 | 45.4% | 50.0% |
| 2021 | 42.5% | 50.0% |
| 2022 | 44.4% | 50.0% |
| 2023 | 44.4% | 50.0% |
| 2024 | 35.1% | 50.0% |
Specific county-level data will be displayed when acquired.
| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, increase the percentage of low-income children aged 17 years and younger who received preventive dental care from 67% (2020) to 70.4%. | National Survey of Children’s Health | |
The statewide data table displays the percentages of low-income children aged 17 years and younger who received preventive dental care in Florida. This data highlights trends in access to essential dental services for this population. The 2021-2022 and future survey estimates from the National Survey of Children's Health are not comparable to prior survey's estimates and should not be used for data trending.
Percentage of Low-Income Children Aged 17 Years and Younger Who Received Preventive Dental Care, Florida
| Year | Percent | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 76.3% | 70.4% |
| 2019 | 74.6% | 70.4% |
| 2020 | 67.0% | 70.4% |
| 2021 | 68.8% | 70.4% |
| 2022 | 73.4% | 70.4% |
| 2023 | 71.9% | 70.4% |
Specific county-level data will be displayed when acquired.
| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, increase the percentage of children aged 9 through 35 months who received a developmental screening using a parent-completed screening tool in the past year from 27.8% (2020) to 30.6%. | National Survey of Children’s Health | |
The statewide data table displays the percentages of children aged 9 through 35 months who received a developmental screening using a parent-completed screening tool in the past year in Florida. This data provides insight into trends in early childhood developmental assessments. The 2021-2022 and future survey estimates from the National Survey of Children's Health are not comparable to prior survey's estimates and should not be used for data trending.
Percentage of Children Aged 9 through 35 Months Who Received a Developmental Screening Using a Parent-Completed Screening Tool in the Past Year, Florida
| Year | Percent | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 24.6% | 30.6% |
| 2019 | 31.9% | 30.6% |
| 2020 | 27.8% | 30.6% |
| 2021 | 20.1% | 30.6% |
| 2022 | 26.2% | 30.6% |
| 2023 | 34.0% | 30.6% |
| 2024 | 23.1% | 30.6% |
Specific county-level data will be displayed when acquired.
| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, reduce the hospital average length of stay for infants* diagnosed with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) from 13.6 days (2021) to 11.9 days. *Infants are aged 12 months or younger | Florida Department of Health (FDOH), Florida Birth Defects Registry (FBDR) | |
The statewide data table displays the average hospital length of stay (represented in days) for infants diagnosed with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) in Florida. Infants are aged 12 months or younger.
Average Hospital Length of Stay (in days) for Infants Diagnosed with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS), Florida
| Year | Avg Length of Stay | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 16.6 days | 11.9 days |
| 2019 | 15.1 days | 11.9 days |
| 2020 | 14.3 days | 11.9 days |
| 2021 | 13.6 days | 11.9 days |
| 2022 | 14.4 days | 11.9 days |
NAS Stays by Florida County, Number of Days and Rate
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| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, reduce the rate of congenital syphilis from 73.0 per 100,000 live births (2020) to 62.1 per 100,000 resident births. | Florida Department of Health (FDOH), Division of Disease Control and Health Protection, Bureau of Communicable Diseases | |
The statewide data table displays the rates (and counts) of congenital syphilis in Florida, with rates calculated per 100,000 resident births (live and stillbirths). The county data maps display the rates and counts of congenital syphilis across all Florida counties. These maps highlight regional variations and trends in congenital syphilis.
Rate of Congenital Syphilis, Florida
| Year | Count | Rate (per 100,000 resident births) | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 109 | 48.9 | 62.1 |
| 2019 | 146 | 65.9 | 62.1 |
| 2020 | 154 | 73.0 | 62.1 |
| 2021 | 181 | 83.1 | 62.1 |
| 2022 | 276 | 122.2 | 62.1 |
| 2023 | 238 | 106.8 | 62.1 |
| 2024 | 251 | 111.1 | 62.1 |
Rate of Congenital Syphilis by Florida County
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| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, reduce the Black infant* mortality rate from 10.7 per 1,000 live births (2020) to 9.6 per 1,000 live births. *Infants are aged 12 months or younger | Florida Department of Health (FDOH), Division of Public Health Statistics and Performance Management, Bureau of Vital Statistics | |
The statewide data table displays the rates (and counts) of Black infant mortality in Florida, with rates provided per 1,000 live births for infants aged 0-364 days. The county data maps display the rates and counts of Black infant mortality across all Florida counties. These maps highlight regional disparities and trends in Black infant mortality.
Rate of Black Infant Mortality, Florida
| Year | Count | Rate (per 1,000 live births) | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 547 | 11.3 | 9.6 |
| 2019 | 524 | 10.9 | 9.6 |
| 2020 | 491 | 10.7 | 9.6 |
| 2021 | 530 | 11.5 | 9.6 |
| 2022 | 538 | 11.2 | 9.6 |
| 2023 | 486 | 10.7 | 9.6 |
| 2024 | 473 | 10.9 | 9.6 |
Rate of Black Infant Mortality by Florida County
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| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, reduce the pregnancy-related mortality rate from 19.5 per 100,000 live births (2019) to 17.6 per 100,000 live births. | Florida Department of Health (FDOH), Division of Community Health Promotion, Bureau of Family Health Services, Florida Maternal Mortality Review Committee | |
The statewide data table displays the pregnancy-related mortality rate in Florida from, with rates calculated per 100,000 live births. This data provides insight into trends in maternal mortality related to pregnancy.
Pregnancy-Related Mortality Rate, Florida
| Year | Rate (per 100,000 live births) | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 16.3 | 17.6 |
| 2019 | 19.5 | 17.6 |
| 2020 | 21.0 | 17.6 |
| 2021 | 28.7 | 17.6 |
Specific county-level data will be displayed when acquired.
| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, reduce the Black pregnancy-related mortality rate from 38.9 per 100,000 live births (2019) to 31.1 per 100,000 live births. | Florida Department of Health (FDOH), Division of Community Health Promotion, Bureau of Family Health Services, Florida Maternal Mortality Review Committee | |
The statewide data table displays the pregnancy-related mortality rate among Black women in Florida, with rates calculated per 100,000 live births. This data provides insight into trends in Black maternal mortality related to pregnancy.
Black Pregnancy-Related Mortality Rate, Florida
| Year | Rate (per 100,000 live births) | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 32.0 | 31.1 |
| 2019 | 38.9 | 31.1 |
| 2020 | 50.0 | 31.1 |
| 2021 | 75.1 | 31.1 |
Specific county-level data will be displayed when acquired.
| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, increase the percentage of mothers with Medicaid who attend a postpartum care visit with a health care provider from 7 to 84 days after delivery from 70.4% (2021) to 80%. | Florida Department of Health (FDOH), Division of Community Health Promotion, Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS); Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) | |
The statewide data table displays the percentage of mothers with Medicaid who attended a postpartum care visit with a health care provider from 7 to 84 days after delivery in Florida. Additional data values will be displayed when received.
Percentage of Mothers with Medicaid Who Attend a Postpartum Care Visit With a Health Care Provider From 7 to 84 Days After Delivery, Florida
| Year | Percent | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 72.4% | 80.0% |
| 2021 | 70.4% | 80.0% |
| 2022 | 83.9% | 80.0% |
Specific county-level data will be displayed when acquired.
| Objective | Data Source Owner | Indicator Performance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| By December 31, 2026, increase the percentage of women aged 18 years and older who had their teeth cleaned by a dentist or dental hygienist in the 12 months before their pregnancy from 31.4% (2020) to 38%. | Florida Department of Health (FDOH), Division of Community Health Promotion, Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) | |
The statewide data table displays the percentage of women aged 18 years and older who had their teeth cleaned by a dentist or dental hygienist in the 12 months before their pregnancy in Florida. This data highlights trends in prenatal dental care.
Percentage of Women Aged 18 Years and Older Who Had Their Teeth Cleaned by a Dentist or Dental Hygienist in the 12 Months Before Their Pregnancy, Florida
| Year | Percent | SHIP Target |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 35.0% | 38.0% |
| 2019 | 37.0% | 38.0% |
| 2020 | 31.4% | 38.0% |
| 2021 | 34.0% | 38.0% |
| 2022 | 37.9% | 38.0% |