This study is part of a series of case studies spotlighting practice transformation to the PCMH model, emphasizing how individual practices have approached innovation and implementation. Read More
The Health Care Independence Act of 20131 is a novel approach to improving health in Arkansas through meaningful transformation of the state’s healthcare system using federal Medicaid funding to pay private market premiums. Read More
This document discusses opportunities to enroll jail-involved individuals in the HCIP; connect those with coverage to primary care; and ensure continuity of care, which can improve this population’s health outcomes, reduce federal and state spending on uncompensated care, and improve recidivism rates. Read More
This issue brief provides background information on the Arkansas health care safety net and a sampling of experiences in this changing environment. Read More
Arkansas sought and was approved for a Section 1115 demonstration waiver to provide coverage to low-income individuals through a premium assistance model, otherwise known as the Health Care Independence Program. To date, 1115 demonstration waivers have offered the broadest form of waiver authority. However, in discussions preceding the enactment of the PPACA, some policymakers sought additional waiver authority under the new federal law. Section 1332 of the law provides this new waiver authority beyond Medicaid and offers states flexibility in implementing PPACA. Read More
APCDs are tools that may be used to increase healthcare transparency, better understand and address health care cost, quality, and utilization, and support state health system transformation efforts. Read More
This fact sheet describes the patient-centered medical homes model adopted by participants in the Arkansas Health Care Payment Improvement Initiative. Read More
This study is part of a series of case studies spotlighting practice transformation to the PCMH model, emphasizing how individual practices have approached innovation and implementation. Read More
This report discusses different state approaches to recognizing pharmacists as providers along with pharmacists’ ability to be paid for certain services. Read More
This issue brief discusses telemedicine and its benefits, regulatory challenges to its adoption, and recommendations for the development of informed policies and regulations that promote its use. Read More
