Perinatal Outcomes and Patient-Reported Satisfaction Associated with the Receipt of Prenatal Care via a Mobile Health Clinic: A Scoping Review

Introduction This paper aimed to synthesize existing evidence regarding perinatal outcomes and patient-reported satisfaction associated with receiving prenatal care on a mobile health clinic in communities with limited access to care. Methods We included peer-reviewed, empirical studies from open databases, conducted in the United States, that examined perinatal outcomes and/or patient experiences related to mobile clinic-based prenatal care. Results Two papers were eligible. Both focused on urban settings and foreign-born and/or Spanish speaking populations covered by Medicaid or uninsured. Both studies reported earlier initiation of women receiving prenatal care on a mobile health clinic compared to clinic-based care. Neither study reported patient satisfaction with care. Conclusion Despite growing use of mobile health clinics for prenatal care in the U.S., few studies have evaluated perinatal outcomes or patient satisfaction. Further research is needed to assess the effectiveness and acceptability of prenatal care delivered through mobile health clinics.