How payment methods affect care delivery at community health centers
Impact of Payment Methods on Service Delivery at Community Health Centers
This study looks at how different ways of paying for Medicaid affect the care that community health centers provide to people who need it most, helping us find better payment methods to improve medical, mental, and dental services for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | George Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10793584 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how different payment structures for Medicaid impact the delivery of services at community health centers (CHCs) that serve vulnerable populations. By analyzing data from multiple years and states, the study aims to understand how changes in reimbursement rates influence the utilization of medical, mental, and dental care services provided in these centers. The research will utilize statistical methods to evaluate the effects of various payment models on the financial health of CHCs and the services they offer. This could help identify the most effective payment strategies to enhance care delivery.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who utilize services at community health centers, particularly those who are Medicaid beneficiaries or uninsured.
Not a fit: Patients who do not use community health centers or are not affected by Medicaid payment structures may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved payment models that enhance service delivery and access to care for patients at community health centers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that payment models can significantly impact healthcare delivery, suggesting that this study's approach is grounded in established findings.
Where this research is happening
Washington, United States
- George Washington University — Washington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dor, Avi — George Washington University
- Study coordinator: Dor, Avi
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.