Social determinants of health — the conditions in which we live, work, and play — are critical drivers of health outcomes. People insured through Medicaid often have unmet health-related social needs that impact their well-being. Medicaid programs have begun to thi... more
Primary care may finally be getting the attention it deserves. For far too long, the U.S. has spent less than most developed countries on primary care in proportion to other services — between 5 and 7 percent of health care spending — yet, arguably experiences highe... more
“Provider Payment Reform: Right Course, Wrong Students?,” a recent blog post authored by Chris Koller, President of the Milbank Memorial Fund, argues that while delivering high-value care to vulnerable populations is the “right coursework” for the US health care... more
Opioid abuse and related deaths have reached epidemic proportions across the country, garnering attention from all levels of government, health care payers, clinicians, and the public. In 2016, 2.1 million people had an opioid use disorder and 116 people died every day ... more
In New Jersey, groundbreaking legislation is enabling communities to test the viability of accountable care organizations (ACOs) to improve care and curb spending for Medicaid beneficiaries, particularly those with chronic needs. Through the three-year Medicaid Account... more
Health care organizations across the United States are increasingly partnering with local faith leaders to strengthen community connections and bridge care gaps for health conditions, including serious illness. Faith leaders, as trusted members of their communities, ar... more
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