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5 Ways Federated Computing Can Reshape Public Health

HIT Consultant

Unlocking data silos using Federated Computing (FC) has the potential to achieve a positive impact across the healthcare industry, ranging from clinical care quality improvement and accreditation to population health management, precision public health and equitable drug development.

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Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation Center: Equity and Vision

Sheppard Health Law

The five strategic objectives for advancing this systemwide transformation include (1) Drive Accountable Care, (2) Advance Health Equity, (3) Support Innovation, (4) Address Affordability, and (5) Partner to Achieve System Transformation. Strategic Objective 2: Advance Health Equity.

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National Care Coordination Standards for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN): Proceedings from the National Forum on Care Coordination for CYSHCN

NASHP

For example, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Innovation Center is currently supporting the Integrated Care for Kids (InCK) model across seven sites in six states. This model aims to improve quality of care for children, including CYSHCN, through integrated care delivery systems that include care coordination.[12].

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Public Health Modernization Toolkit: Key Commitments, Priorities, and Strategies to Advance Collaboration between Public Health and Health Systems

NASHP

Figure 1 displays a consolidated overview of the “Framework for Public Health-Health Care System Collaboration.” Specific examples taken from a variety of states will be examined in greater detail throughout the toolkit.

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CMS Unveils “Innovation in Behavioral Health” Model to Tackle Dual Mental and Physical Health Challenges

HIT Consultant

Addressing health-related social needs (HRSNs): Screenings and referrals will connect patients with vital resources like housing, food, and transportation, addressing underlying social determinants that impact health. Performance-based incentives will further encourage quality improvement throughout the implementation period.

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Connecticut and Pennsylvania’s Approaches to Maternity-Focused Value-Based Payment Models

NASHP

paid for by Medicaid, there is growing interest in exploring how Medicaid service delivery systems can be adapted to help improve maternal health outcomes.[5] 6] VBPs, or alternative payment models, focus on reimbursement based on the quality of care provided as well as rewarding lower cost.

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Primary Care Case Management in Medicaid: A Strategy for Supporting Primary Care in Rural Areas

NASHP

Payment to improve capabilities. Coordinated health networks. Regional accountable entities. For example, to move from tier 3 to tier 4, the provider must meet all the requirements of tier 3 and several new requirements, such as having a well-established quality improvement process. Payment to incent performance.