If you ask someone about Medicaid, the response will likely vary. To some, it is a distant government program, to…
Celebrating 60 Years of Medicaid: Caring for Communities, Enhancing Lives
Market: Medicaid Managed Care Plans
New Summary: Medicaid-Related Provisions in the Congress-Passed Budget Reconciliation Bill
Congress has passed the budget reconciliation bill, H.R. 1, that includes dozens of major Medicaid-related provisions. From provider tax reforms,…
Reimagining Behavioral Health: Meeting the Moment with Humanity and Bold Action
Across the country, a growing movement is calling for a stronger, more connected behavioral health system—one that meets people’s needs…
Summary of CMS Proposed Rule: Methodology to Determine Provider Taxes as Generally Redistributive
CMS has proposed a rule to address concerns about how states determine whether a provider tax is “generally redistributive.” Our…
Impact Watch: How Proposed Policy Changes Could Impact Various States
As Congress considers changes that could reduce federal funding for Medicaid, states are actively assessing the potential impact on their…
Policy Watch: Summaries of Key Policy Updates and Potential Changes from the Presidential Administration and Congress
Medicaid provides life-altering care for more than 79 million people nationwide including 41% of all births, nearly half of children…
The Role of Medicaid in Child Welfare: How State Agencies Can Bridge Gaps to Improve Outcomes
Children and youth involved in the child welfare system are among the most vulnerable populations served by state agencies. They…
Technology Innovation in Medicaid: A Pathway to Better Access and Improved Health Outcomes
The Medicaid program stands at a critical juncture. As the largest public health insurance program, covering over 80 million individuals,…
Key Takeaways from our Webinar ‘A Decade of Reform: Child Welfare in California’
I recently had the pleasure of moderating a Sellers Dorsey webinar that examined California’s progress in child welfare reform over…
HHS Issues New Policy on Public Notice Requirements
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently announced that it was withdrawing a policy that has been…
The Role of Medicaid in Child Welfare: How Providers Can Bridge Gaps for Better Outcomes
Healthcare providers play a pivotal role in supporting children and families involved in the child welfare system. Collaboration between Medicaid,…
Why Managed Care Monitoring and Oversight is Essential for Medicaid Managed Care
As healthcare systems evolve to serve populations with complex health needs, managed care programs have become a cornerstone of Medicaid…