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(3) was underweight before conception;

(4) has inadequate or excessive weight gain during pregnancy;

(5) has a history of substance abuse;

(6) has a history of low birth-weight infants;

(7) has multiple fetuses;

(8) has anemia;

(9) has intrauterine growth retardation; or

(10) is less than 16 years of age. (c) The department will pay for the following nutrition services provided to a pregnant woman who meets the requirements of (a) and (b) of this section:

(1) one initial assessment, not to exceed one hour, in a calendar year;

(2) up to 12 hours of services in a calendar year for counseling and follow-up care after the initial assessment;

(3) more than 12 hours of service in a calendar year if those hours are

(A) medically justified and prescribed by a physician, an advanced practice registered nurse, or a physician assistant who may order those services within the scope of the practitioner’s license; and

(B) given prior authorization by the department. (Eff. 2/1/2010, Register 193; am 5/1/2016, Register 218; am 4/24/2020, Register 234) Statutory Authority: Authority: AS 47.05.010 AS 47.07.030 AS 47.07.040 Article 10. Physician Services. Rule 7 AAC 110.400. Physician services provider enrollment requirements 7 AAC 110.405. Physician services coverage and limitations 7 AAC 110.410. Physician services in a nursing facility 7 AAC 110.415. Sterilization by a physician