Creating a network to improve health equity for uninsured patients in North Carolina
Official title: NCCU RCMI Practice Based Equity Research Network (PBERN)
Funded at North Carolina Central University · NIH-10710061 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to improve healthcare access for uninsured patients in North Carolina by bringing together different health providers and listening to the needs of the community, so everyone can get better care and support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | North Carolina Central University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project start | September 25, 2022 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $864,888 |
| NIH project number | 5UG3MD018398-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10710061 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are uninsured individuals living in North Carolina who face barriers to accessing healthcare services.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with comprehensive health insurance or those living outside North Carolina may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to establish a Clinical Research Network for Health Equity in North Carolina, focusing on improving healthcare access for uninsured patients. It will connect various healthcare providers, including college health clinics and community health centers, to address significant health disparities in the region. The project will involve forming a patient and community advisory board to ensure that the needs of underserved populations are prioritized in healthcare research and services. By fostering collaboration among different healthcare entities, the initiative seeks to enhance the quality of care and health outcomes for vulnerable communities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve healthcare access and outcomes for uninsured patients in North Carolina.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in similar community-based health equity initiatives, indicating the potential for positive outcomes in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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North Carolina Central University
Durham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kumar, Deepak — North Carolina Central University
- Study coordinator: Kumar, Deepak
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.