Find an OB-GYN — Independent Specialty Directory

NPI-verified obstetricians, maternal-fetal medicine specialists, and reproductive endocrinologists across the United States. No paid placement.

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obstetric.tel is an independent directory of US obstetric specialists — covering general OB-GYN, maternal-fetal medicine (MFM), and reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI). Every listing is verified against the NPPES NPI Registry and reviewed quarterly. We do not accept payment from clinics or hospitals for placement. This site is for information only — please consult a licensed clinician for medical advice.

An independent OB-GYN directory

What this directory is — and isn't

We aim to be the cleanest, most honest way to find a verified obstetric specialist.

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Pregnancy care — what to expect

The typical prenatal visit schedule

A standard low-risk pregnancy schedule, broadly aligned with ACOG patient education materials, looks like this:

  • First visit — usually 8–10 weeks. Confirms pregnancy, dating ultrasound, full history and labs, prenatal vitamin counseling.
  • Every 4 weeks — through 28 weeks.
  • Every 2 weeks — from 28 to 36 weeks.
  • Every week — from 36 weeks until delivery.

What each visit covers (roughly, by trimester)

  • First trimester — confirming pregnancy, dating, blood type and Rh, hCG, CBC, urine culture, STI screen, genetic carrier screening offered, optional first-trimester aneuploidy screen (NT + bloodwork or NIPT/cfDNA), discussion of nausea management.
  • Second trimester — anatomy ultrasound at 18–22 weeks, MSAFP/quad screen if not on NIPT, glucose tolerance test at 24–28 weeks, Rh immune globulin at 28 weeks if Rh-negative.
  • Third trimester — Group B strep screen at 36–37 weeks, weekly cervical checks if indicated, TDaP vaccine in late pregnancy, fetal movement counts, growth assessment.

When to see Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM)

MFM specialists (perinatologists) co-manage higher-risk pregnancies alongside the general OB. Reasons to be referred include:

  • Age 35 or older at delivery
  • Twins, triplets, or higher-order multiples
  • Prior preterm birth or pregnancy loss
  • Chronic medical conditions — pregestational diabetes, hypertension, autoimmune disease, cardiac disease, kidney disease
  • Suspected or confirmed fetal anomaly
  • Recurrent pregnancy loss
  • Genetic concerns identified on screening or family history

Birth setting comparison

Where to give birth is a personal decision that should account for medical risk, hospital access, and your preferences. A neutral overview:

  • Hospital — full anesthesia (epidural), neonatal intensive care, operating room available immediately for cesarean. The default in the US and the safest setting for higher-risk pregnancies.
  • Free-standing or hospital-based birth center — midwife-led, less medicalized environment for low-risk pregnancies. Cesarean and emergency care require transfer to a hospital.
  • Home birth — done by midwives in select low-risk situations. ACOG considers it an option for healthy patients informed of the risks, but notes the absolute risk of perinatal complications is higher than in-hospital birth. Plan for transfer logistics in advance.

None of the above replaces a conversation with your obstetric clinician about your specific risks.

Which obstetric specialist handles this?

A general guide. Your obstetric clinician makes the actual referral decision.

What stage and concerns apply?

Select all that apply. This is education only — your obstetrician makes the actual referral decisions.

Select one or more options above to see suggested subspecialty routing.

For information only. This tool does not diagnose or treat any condition and is not a substitute for evaluation by a licensed clinician.

Insurance — verify before delivery

Pregnancy generates more separate bills than almost any other event. Confirming a few things up front prevents most surprises.

Before your visit — verify these 6 items

For information only. Verify coverage details directly with your insurer using the member-services number on the back of your card.

Frequently asked

How are providers selected for this directory?

We pull from the federal NPPES NPI Registry under obstetrics, maternal-fetal medicine, and reproductive endocrinology taxonomies. We do not charge for inclusion.

What's the difference between an OB-GYN, an MFM, and a midwife?

An OB-GYN is a physician trained in both obstetrics and gynecology. A maternal-fetal medicine specialist (MFM, also called a perinatologist) is an OB-GYN with additional fellowship training in high-risk pregnancy. A certified nurse-midwife (CNM) is an advanced-practice nurse who manages low-risk pregnancies and births, often in collaboration with a physician.

Do I need a referral?

PPOs and EPOs usually let you self-refer to OB-GYN. HMOs typically require a PCP referral.

Is this directory good for finding a midwife?

Our primary source is the physician-centered NPPES taxonomy set. Some midwives are in NPPES with the appropriate taxonomy and will appear; for a midwife-specific search, the American College of Nurse-Midwives directory may be a better fit.

When should I start prenatal care?

As soon as you know you are pregnant. Earlier visits allow better dating, earlier identification of complications, and earlier discussion of options. If you are not yet pregnant but planning to be, a preconception visit is reasonable too.

How do I report a listing that looks wrong?

Use the contact link with the NPI number and the issue. We re-verify against NPPES and update or remove within one cycle.

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