Onu

Loula streamlines insurance management and administrative tasks for doulas while empowering engineers to develop internal tools effortlessly.

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About Onu

Loula is a developer-focused platform that enables engineers to transform scripts or workflows into ready-to-use internal tools without frontend coding. Designed specifically for doulas, Loula simplifies insurance credentialing, billing, and administrative processes. It helps California doulas get credentialed with health plans, manage billing efficiently, and ensure timely payments.

How to Use

Doulas can join Loula's provider network by completing an online onboarding form. They can start accepting insurance clients within 6-12 weeks. Visits are submitted via the Loula Portal, and Loula manages billing, ensuring payments are deposited biweekly.

Features

Automated billing management
Secure online portal for visit submissions
Insurance credentialing and contract management
Guaranteed payments for submitted visits

Use Cases

Connecting doulas with Medicaid and Medi-Cal clients
Creating internal tools without frontend coding
Streamlining billing and payment processes for doulas
Simplifying insurance credentialing for doulas

Best For

Doulas seeking insurance integrationEngineers developing internal tools

Pros

Ensures timely payments for visits
Enables engineers to quickly build internal tools
Simplifies insurance credentialing and billing for doulas
Allows doulas to focus on client care
Provides access to a network of clients

Cons

Currently only available in California
Requires compliance with Medicaid and Medi-Cal requirements
Doulas work as 1099 independent contractors

FAQs

Is Loula currently available?

Yes. Loula is actively expanding in California, partnering with Managed Care Plans and accepting new Medi-Cal doulas into its network.

Will I retain ownership of my business when joining Loula?

Absolutely. All doulas working with Loula are independent 1099 contractors. Loula handles insurance administration, but you remain in control of your practice.

In which states does Loula operate?

Loula currently serves California exclusively. However, plans are underway to expand to other states offering doula services through Medicaid benefits.

How long does it take to start working with Loula?

Typically, doulas complete onboarding within 6 to 12 weeks and can begin accepting insurance clients afterward.

How does Loula handle billing and payments?

Loula manages billing directly through its platform, ensuring that payments for visits are deposited biweekly.

Can engineers use Loula to create internal tools?

Yes. Loula is designed to help engineers rapidly develop internal tools without frontend coding, streamlining workflows and automation.