Author: Sam Fish | Posted: 20. April 2012 05:32
New York state has begun to implement a coordinated system of primary care and behavioral health for Medicaid recipients who have multiple conditions and who use a high volume of services. "Health Homes" utilize a care manager who develops a plan that meets an individual's goals and then creates a network of multiple health and social service providers to address the person's complex needs. Providers report to the care manager on the patient's status, treatment, and outcome. [More]
Author: Tom Entrikin | Posted: 28. October 2010 08:28
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced on October 26 the availability of up to $335 million in FY 2011 supplemental grant funding to support expansion of primary and preventive care through community health centers, migrant health centers, public housing sites, and health services for homeless persons. [More]