Examining how insurance coverage affects diabetes complications
DP20-002 ACE-D: Assess insurance Coverage Expansion on Diabetes complications
This study looks at how getting more health insurance through the Affordable Care Act helps low-income people with diabetes manage their condition better and avoid complications, by comparing data from states that expanded Medicaid.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oregon Health & Science University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10854714 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of health insurance coverage expansion on the management and complications of diabetes mellitus (DM). It focuses on how the Affordable Care Act's Medicaid expansion has improved access to healthcare services for low-income patients with diabetes. By analyzing data from states that expanded Medicaid, the study aims to determine if increased insurance coverage leads to better diabetes control and fewer complications. The research also considers the influence of social determinants of health on diabetes outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are low-income individuals living with diabetes who may benefit from expanded health insurance coverage.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by diabetes or those with stable health insurance coverage may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare access and reduced complications for patients with diabetes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that Medicaid expansion can improve healthcare access and outcomes for low-income populations, suggesting a positive outlook for this research.
Where this research is happening
Portland, United States
- Oregon Health & Science University — Portland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Huguet, Nathalie — Oregon Health & Science University
- Study coordinator: Huguet, Nathalie
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 below.