Raising the Bar: Using Primary Care Practice Standards to Advance Health Equity in Medicaid

Article Publication Date: 
2/3/2022
Summary: 
Many states are directing focus toward achieving racial health equity as a key priority within their Medicaid programs and managed care contracts. This blog post discusses the importance of equitable access to high-quality and comprehensive primary care and the structural and interpersonal racism that creates barriers within health systems. The post explores how states can advance more equitable primary care by building on the patient-centered medical home (PCMH) framework.
Article Author: 
Brykman, Kelsey
Topics: 
Medicaid
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Keywords: 
Community Inclusion

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Kelsey Brykman

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