Sarah R. Novotny, MD
Specialties: Obstetrics, Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Gender: Female
Biography: Dr. Novotny graduated from the University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and went on to residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Indiana University. Following completion of residency, Dr. Novotny completed fellowship in Maternal Fetal Medicine here at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Maternal Fetal Medicine, Dr. Novotny cares for a women with a wide range of medical complications in pregnancy.
My Approach to Healthcare
As a specialist in High Risk pregnancy, I know that every pregnancy is unique. I believe in collaborative care with open communication to ensure the best possible outcomes for mom and for baby.
Practice Locations
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Wiser Hospital for Women and Infants - UMMC
2500 N. State St., Jackson, MS 39216 View Location |
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UMMC Medical Pavilion
2500 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39216 View Location |
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Women's Specialty Care at Mirror Lake - UMMC
2925 Layfair Drive, Flowood, MS 39232 View Location |
Accepted Insurance Plans
The University of Mississippi Medical Center accepts all plans, but may not be an in-network provider with your plan. We encourage you to contact your insurer and ask if the plan is in network with UMMC. Always contact your insurance carrier for specific coverage information.
Network Participation - 2026MississippiCAN and CHIP [Managed Care programs promulgated by the Mississippi Division of Medicaid]- Molina Healthcare of Mississippi, Inc.
- Magnolia Health (Centene)
- TrueCare
Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace [Individual plans offered on healthcare.gov]- Ambetter from Magnolia Health (Centene)
- Molina Healthcare of Mississippi, Inc.
- UHC Marketplace (Madison only)
Medicare Advantage- Devoted Health Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP
- HealthSpring Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP
- Humana: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP, ISNP
- United Healthcare Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP, ISNP
- WellCare (Centene) Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP
Commercial - Group and Individual- Aetna Plans: PPO, HMO [Includes all facilities except UMMC Madison]
- BCBSMS Plans: BlueCardPPO, State Health Plan (AHS), Federal Employee Plan (FEP)
- Cigna Plans: PPO, HMO
- United Healthcare Plans: PPO, HMO (Includes plans administered by UMR, UnitedHealth Group's wholly owned third-party administrator (TPA) subsidiary)
- Molina Healthcare of Mississippi, Inc.
- Magnolia Health (Centene)
- TrueCare
Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace [Individual plans offered on healthcare.gov]- Ambetter from Magnolia Health (Centene)
- Molina Healthcare of Mississippi, Inc.
- UHC Marketplace (Madison only)
Medicare Advantage- Devoted Health Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP
- HealthSpring Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP
- Humana: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP, ISNP
- United Healthcare Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP, ISNP
- WellCare (Centene) Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP
Commercial - Group and Individual- Aetna Plans: PPO, HMO [Includes all facilities except UMMC Madison]
- BCBSMS Plans: BlueCardPPO, State Health Plan (AHS), Federal Employee Plan (FEP)
- Cigna Plans: PPO, HMO
- United Healthcare Plans: PPO, HMO (Includes plans administered by UMR, UnitedHealth Group's wholly owned third-party administrator (TPA) subsidiary)
- Devoted Health Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP
- HealthSpring Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP
- Humana: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP, ISNP
- United Healthcare Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP, ISNP
- WellCare (Centene) Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP
Commercial - Group and Individual- Aetna Plans: PPO, HMO [Includes all facilities except UMMC Madison]
- BCBSMS Plans: BlueCardPPO, State Health Plan (AHS), Federal Employee Plan (FEP)
- Cigna Plans: PPO, HMO
- United Healthcare Plans: PPO, HMO (Includes plans administered by UMR, UnitedHealth Group's wholly owned third-party administrator (TPA) subsidiary)
Transplant Only Networks- Optum Plan: Commercial • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT, VAD
- Emerging Therapy Solutions (ETS) Plan: Commercial • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT, CAR-T, VAD
- Interlink Plan: Commercial • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT, CAR-T
- Celtic Plans: Ambetter, WellCare, Magnolia Health MississippiCAN, Magnolia Health CHIP • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT
- Cigna Lifesource Plan: Commercial • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT, CAR-T, VAD
Dental- Avesis Plan: MississippiCAN and CHIP (TrueCare)
- Always Care/Unum Plan: Commercial
Vision- Avesis Plan: MississippiCAN and CHIP (TrueCare)
- Always Care/Unum Plan: Commercial
Rental Networks (Utilized by self-funded employer group plans and third-party administrators (TPAs))- Mississippi Physicians Care Network (MPCN) [If MPCN is present on a Member/Subscriber ID, all UMMC facilities and providers are in-network regardless of TPA.]
- First Choice Health Plan
- Claritev (formerly Multiplan)
- Zelis
Government Programs- Humana Military Plan: Tricare
- United Healthcare Plan: Veterans Affairs Community Care Networks
Plans and Payors UMMC is not in-network with as of April 1, 2026- Oscar Health Plan: ACA Marketplace [Final negotiations taking place now. Anticipate in-network participation, effective June 1, 2026.]
- Cigna (Connect EPO) Plan: ACA Marketplace
- American Health Advantage Plan: Medicare Advantage
- Patrius Health (BCBSMS) Plan: Medicare Advantage
- Aetna Plan: Medicare Advantage
- Avesis Plan: MississippiCAN and CHIP (TrueCare)
- Always Care/Unum Plan: Commercial
Vision- Avesis Plan: MississippiCAN and CHIP (TrueCare)
- Always Care/Unum Plan: Commercial
Rental Networks (Utilized by self-funded employer group plans and third-party administrators (TPAs))- Mississippi Physicians Care Network (MPCN) [If MPCN is present on a Member/Subscriber ID, all UMMC facilities and providers are in-network regardless of TPA.]
- First Choice Health Plan
- Claritev (formerly Multiplan)
- Zelis
Government Programs- Humana Military Plan: Tricare
- United Healthcare Plan: Veterans Affairs Community Care Networks
Plans and Payors UMMC is not in-network with as of April 1, 2026- Oscar Health Plan: ACA Marketplace [Final negotiations taking place now. Anticipate in-network participation, effective June 1, 2026.]
- Cigna (Connect EPO) Plan: ACA Marketplace
- American Health Advantage Plan: Medicare Advantage
- Patrius Health (BCBSMS) Plan: Medicare Advantage
- Aetna Plan: Medicare Advantage
- Mississippi Physicians Care Network (MPCN) [If MPCN is present on a Member/Subscriber ID, all UMMC facilities and providers are in-network regardless of TPA.]
- First Choice Health Plan
- Claritev (formerly Multiplan)
- Zelis
Government Programs- Humana Military Plan: Tricare
- United Healthcare Plan: Veterans Affairs Community Care Networks
Plans and Payors UMMC is not in-network with as of April 1, 2026- Oscar Health Plan: ACA Marketplace [Final negotiations taking place now. Anticipate in-network participation, effective June 1, 2026.]
- Cigna (Connect EPO) Plan: ACA Marketplace
- American Health Advantage Plan: Medicare Advantage
- Patrius Health (BCBSMS) Plan: Medicare Advantage
- Aetna Plan: Medicare Advantage
- Oscar Health Plan: ACA Marketplace [Final negotiations taking place now. Anticipate in-network participation, effective June 1, 2026.]
- Cigna (Connect EPO) Plan: ACA Marketplace
- American Health Advantage Plan: Medicare Advantage
- Patrius Health (BCBSMS) Plan: Medicare Advantage
- Aetna Plan: Medicare Advantage
Education
| Board Certification: | Obstetrics & Gynecology, Maternal & Fetal Medicine; Obstetrics and Gynecology |
| Fellowship: | University of Mississippi Medical Center |
| Internship: | Indiana University School Of Medicine |
| Medical Education: | University of Cincinnati College of Medicine |
| Residency: | Indiana University School Of Medicine |
Experience
Current Positions
| Division Director, School of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Mississippi, Jackson, MS 39216 | 07/2023 - Present |
| Professor, School of Medicine, University of Mississippi School of Medicine, Jackson 39216 | 07/2023 - Present |
| Graduate faculty, School of Graduate School in the Health Sciences, University of Mississippi, Jackson 39216 | 11/2019 - Present |
Specialty Certification Licensure
| Certification, Maternal Fetal Medicine, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology | 04/2014 - Present |
| Certification, Obstetrics and Gynecology, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology | 12/2010 - Present |
| Licensure, Mississippi | 05/2009 - 06/2026 |
| Licensure, Indiana | 11/2006 - 10/2027 |
| Certification, Nuchal Translucency Quality Review, NTQR | 07/2012 - 07/2022 |
| DEA | 08/2009 - 10/2026 |
Honors, Awards, and Recognition
| Physicians Recognition Award, American Medical Association | 2024 |
| ACOG Award for Continuing Professional Development, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists | 2024 |
| Physician Recognition Award, American Medical Association | 2018 |
| ACOG Award for Continuing Professional Development, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists | 2018 |
| National Faculty Award for Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Council on Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology | 2017 |
| Golden Apple Teaching Award, UMMC Dept of Ob/Gyn | 2016 |
| National Faculty Award for Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Council on Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology | 2016 |
| ACOG Award for Continuing Professional Development, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists | 2015 |
| ACOG Award for Continuing Professional Development, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists | 2012 |
| Marguerite K Shepard Award for Excellence in Reproductive Endocrinology and infertility, IU Dept of OB/Gyn | 2009 |