How Medicaid coverage affects healthcare for adults with diabetes
DP20-002 - Effects of Medicaid Coverage and State-Level Delivery Approaches on Healthcare Quality, Outcomes, and Costs for Adults with Diabetes
This study looks at how different Medicaid rules and healthcare systems in each state affect the care and costs for adults with diabetes, aiming to find ways to make it easier for people to manage their diabetes and get better health outcomes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10854700 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how different Medicaid policies and state-level healthcare delivery approaches impact the quality of care, health outcomes, and costs for adults living with diabetes. It aims to understand the barriers that prevent effective diabetes management and how changes in Medicaid can improve access to coordinated healthcare services. By analyzing variations in Medicaid programs across states, the study seeks to identify effective strategies that enhance patient engagement and health outcomes for vulnerable populations. The research will utilize data from various states to evaluate the effectiveness of these policy changes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults with diabetes who are enrolled in Medicaid or are eligible for Medicaid services.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have diabetes or are not eligible for Medicaid may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare access and outcomes for adults with diabetes, particularly among vulnerable populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that policy changes in Medicaid can lead to improved health outcomes for chronic conditions, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ackermann, Ronald T. — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Ackermann, Ronald T.
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.