Impact of COVID-19 Medicaid changes on Marshallese migrants' healthcare access
Effects of COVID-19 Related Medicaid Policy Changes in the Marshallese COFA Migrant Population
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIV OF ARKANSAS FOR MED SCIS · NIH-11045169
This study looks at how new Medicaid rules during the COVID-19 pandemic are helping or making it harder for Marshallese migrants in Northwest Arkansas to get the healthcare they need, and it aims to gather their experiences to improve access to services in the future.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIV OF ARKANSAS FOR MED SCIS (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (LITTLE ROCK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11045169 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how changes in Medicaid policies due to the COVID-19 pandemic affect healthcare access for Marshallese migrants living in Northwest Arkansas. The study focuses on understanding the barriers and facilitators to healthcare enrollment and service utilization among this population, which has historically faced significant challenges in accessing Medicaid. By engaging with the Marshallese community, the research aims to collect primary data that will shed light on the effectiveness of recent policy changes. The findings could inform future healthcare policies and improve access for these migrants.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Marshallese COFA migrants residing in Northwest Arkansas who are affected by Medicaid policy changes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of the Marshallese COFA migrant population or those living outside of Northwest Arkansas may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare access and outcomes for Marshallese COFA migrants.
How similar studies have performed: While this research addresses a specific population, similar studies on Medicaid policy impacts have shown potential for improving healthcare access in underserved communities.
Where this research is happening
LITTLE ROCK, UNITED STATES
- UNIV OF ARKANSAS FOR MED SCIS — LITTLE ROCK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ANDERSEN, JENNIFER AUDREY — UNIV OF ARKANSAS FOR MED SCIS
- Study coordinator: ANDERSEN, JENNIFER AUDREY
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.
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