Detailed examples of state language to advance greater integration of behavioral health by plans serving dually eligible individuals. Background Dually eligible individuals have high rates of behavioral health conditions, and must navigate behavioral health servi... more
Randomized controlled trial shows that a collaborative dementia care model leads to reduction in costs among a sample of Medicare patients. Context Collaborative dementia care models have emerged as a promising practice to improve health outcomes and quality of l... more
Interdisciplinary care teams, telehealth, and flexible payment models are included as key recommendations to increase access to home-based primary care (HBPC) in rural communities. Context There is a strong evidence base showing that HBPC models can improve outco... more
Telephone- and web-based dementia care provided through centralized hubs and delivered by an interdisciplinary team can improve outcomes for people with dementia and their caregivers. Context People with dementia and their caregivers often have to navigate comple... more
Telehealth-enabled hospital discharge care program using a multidisciplinary team reduces 30-day readmissions. Background Telehealth offers potential to extend the capacity of the health care workforce and improve care coordination, particularly when used by mult... more
A care model that integrates home-based primary care and palliative care reduced health care utilization and improved care experience among patients with serious illness. Background Patients with serious illness have complex needs and are at high ris... more
Telephone- and web-based dementia care provided through centralized hubs and delivered by an interdisciplinary team can improve outcomes for people with dementia and their caregivers. Context People with dementia and their caregivers often have to navigate comple... more
Key strategies to help implement and sustain rural palliative care programs include blended funding and value-based reimbursement models. Background Palliative care can improve quality of life, reduce avoidable utilization, and increase treatment satisfaction for... more
Hamilton, NJ, July 1, 2025 – The Center for Health Care Strategies (CHCS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Melanie Bella as chair of its Board of Trustees, effective immediately. Ms. Bella, who joined CHCS’ Board in 2023, is a nationally recognized leader i... more
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Virtual collaborative care intervention demonstrates an approach to improve medication adherence and health outcomes. Context Individuals with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI) can experience poor physical and behavioral health outcomes, leading to high... more
