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In this episode of Medicaid Leadership Exchange, VA & MS Medicaid directors share how they’re addressing maternal health disparities in their states & engaging communities to find solutions. https://lnkd.in/gVbpNTHG

Very excited to be a part of this expert panel with Seun Ross, DNP, MS, CRNP-F, NP-C , Mary-Ann Etiebet, MD, MBA , Marta Bralic Kerns and Elana Berkowitz discussing maternal health #HLTH2023 on a Crisis We Can’t Overlook: Medicaid and Moms.

The importance of Medicaid for strengthening the health and well-being of children in low-income households cannot be understated: At least three-fourths of children under age 6 in low-income households rely on Medicaid or CHIP for health coverage.  Our fifth Pathways to Grade-Level Reading Policy and Practice Action Toolkit features twelve powerful ideas (and lots of tools!) to leverage Medicaid for better outcomes in children’s mental, physical, and emotional health. Get the toolkit --> https://lnkd.in/gNXCcTWp  

Social Factors Linked To Health Disparities In Older Adults Social determinants of health (SDOH) factors were associated with reduced access to therapy services. Examples of SDOH include: 1. Dual Medicare and Medicaid eligibility 2. Rural residence 3. limited English proficiency Older adults who were eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid had a 30% lower chance of receiving any PT or OT during their hospital stay compared to those with only Medicare coverage. Similarly, older adults residing in rural areas had a 35% lower likelihood of receiving these services compared to their urban counterparts. CINQCARE is committed to advancing initiatives to further advance the health and well-being for the underserved. #healthequity, #healthdisparities, #CINQCARE https://lnkd.in/e5_aEZsu

Governor Kathy Hochul announces a groundbreaking $7.5 billion waiver approval by CMS to boost health equity and address disparities in the state's Medicaid Section 1115 Demonstration. This transformative initiative will invest nearly $6 billion over the next three years, focusing on critical Medicaid initiatives. Here's what you need to know: ✨ Key Highlights ✨ Comprehensive #HealthEquity: The amendment supports underserved communities, providing vital services like #nutrition and #HousingSupport. Safety Net Hospitals: Critical funding for safety net hospitals to enhance care and address health worker shortages. Continuous #Medicaid Eligibility: Plans to submit an amendment for continuous Medicaid eligibility for children up to age six. Social Care Networks: Integrating health, behavioral, and social care services to connect members with nutritional and housing support. Substance Use Disorders: Coordinated treatment enhancements for #SubstanceUseDisorders. Primary Care Investment: Long-term investments in primary care and workforce training programs. 💬 Governor Hochul stated, "This approval will help us support underserved communities, provide critical services, and improve access for those affected by substance use." Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/e9TZjUKa #HealthEquity #NewYorkHealthcare #MedicaidInnovation #CommunityWellness

Interested in state strategies to support housing-related services under Medicaid? Our new resource highlights examples of how state Medicaid programs are leveraging manage care contracts and policies to align a variety of health and housing supports and services, including behavioral health services, pre-tenancy services, tenancy sustaining services, home remediations, and home/environmental accessibility modifications. Check out the resource to learn more: https://loom.ly/FEUdTQU

Combining care that focuses on the whole person just makes sense. See our newest report below to learn more about what’s working in West Virginia.

You have questions, we have answers. Download our white paper today to discover how you can locate unreachable beneficiaries and execute a successful Medicaid Public Health Emergency (#PHE) Unwinding program.

You have questions, we have answers. Download our white paper today to discover how you can locate unreachable beneficiaries and execute a successful Medicaid Public Health Emergency (#PHE) Unwinding program.

Timely access to mental health services is a vital part of patient-centered care and for many #raredisease patients, directly correlated with key health outcomes. Unfortunately, the fragmented U.S. healthcare system often makes it difficult for patients to access the mental health services they need, and the problem is particularly acute for patients from historically undeserved communities. The new 8-year Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Innovation in Behavioral Health (IBH) Model is trying to change this, promising meaningful progress for patients and families around the country (or at least the 8 states in which the program will be piloted). Read more here:https://lnkd.in/exVD7VYg