Patient and Consumer Issues
by Jenna Ogilvie | Sep 24, 2018 | Discussion Paper, Perspectives
Background Physical activity, which has been defined as “any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that results in energy expenditure” [1], provides important health benefits across the lifespan. However, a large percentage of Americans fail to meet...
by Kyra E. Cappelucci | May 30, 2017 | Discussion Paper, Perspectives
The impacts of unmet health-related social needs, such as homelessness, inconsistent access to food, and exposure to violence on health and health care utilization, are well-established. Growing evidence indicates that addressing these and other needs can help reverse...
by Kyra E. Cappelucci | Apr 24, 2017 | Discussion Paper, Perspectives
As managed care organizations (MCOs) and accountable care organizations (ACOs) begin to invest in population health improvement, they are faced with significant and diverse challenges. This is especially true in pediatric care; without the leverage of a...
by Kyra E. Cappelucci | Apr 24, 2017 | Discussion Paper, Perspectives
Oregon is one of the leading states engaged in innovative health care delivery system reform that includes population health as a central component. Collaboration among key agencies and stakeholders is an important feature of Oregon’s reform efforts, and...
by Kyra E. Cappelucci | Apr 24, 2017 | Discussion Paper, Perspectives
“It is a very exciting time in Washington. I see us as a state moving forward with approaches that will change the health status of our citizens.” MaryAnne Lindeblad, BSN, MPH, Medicaid Director, Washington State Health Care Authority ...
