This fact sheet provides an overview of the development of SNAP, eligibility requirements, participation, benefits, and evidence regarding use of purchasing incentives and disincentives. Read More
Lauded as the most comprehensive piece of federal healthcare legislation since the passage of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act in 2010, the Act incorporates a wide range of policy objectives. Read More
For over a decade, UAMS has implemented many policies and actions through “Get Healthy UAMS” to improve air quality, food/beverage options, and physical activity opportunities. Read More
As a key part of the state’s total health system transformation efforts, the AHCPII serves as a value-based payment framework that supports healthcare providers while achieving goals such as improving quality, expanding access, and avoiding unnecessary costs. Read More
With multiple payers supporting similar models, providers like CHI St. Vincent have taken the opportunity to better integrate advanced practice providers into patient care, which has helped increase efficiency and reduce readmissions.
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The AHCPII has the strength of multiple payer engagement with the participation of a majority of the state’s health care payers including Arkansas Medicaid, Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield (AR BCBS), QualChoice (QC), Centene / Ambetter, HealthSCOPE, along with Walmart, the State and Public School Employee Benefits program, and other self-funded employers. Read More
Value-based APMs seek to restructure the way providers are paid so that payments are based on the quality and efficiency of care rather than the overall volume of care. In CPC+, Medicare offers three payment elements to incentivize providers to better manage patient care. Read More
The table compares the premium tax credits available to individuals under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and the AHCA. It shows the premium prices for the plan with the most limited benefits (catastrophic) and the most commonly purchased plan (silver) currently available on the individual marketplace. Read More
In 2016, Stephens received a JUA grant from the Arkansas Department of Education to build an outdoor gym to promote fitness and healthy living for students, parents, and the community. Read More
