Nurse-midwives group sues Mississippi over practice restrictions

By: Nada Hassanein

Outlets: Stateline

Published: January 23, 2026

Words: 470

Last Updated: 1 week, 6 days ago

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The American College of Nurse-Midwives sued Mississippi in federal court this week to challenge a state requirement that nurse-midwives must practice in collaboration with a physician.

In Mississippi, advanced practice nurse practitioners, including certified nurse-midwives, can’t practice without a signed “collaborative practice agreement” with a doctor. This typically involves the nurse midwife paying a monthly fee, the lawsuit states, and obstetricians can refuse to enter into such agreements.

Many states enforce similar requirements. …

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