Improving care transitions for Medicaid patients with serious mental health issues
An equity-focused intervention to improve care transitions for Medicaid insured individuals with co-occurring serious mental health
This study is looking to improve the support and care for people with serious mental health issues, like depression and bipolar disorder, after they leave the hospital, by using a program called THRIVE that helps connect them with the right resources and care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10928231 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the transition of care for individuals insured by Medicaid who have serious mental illnesses such as depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. It focuses on adapting an existing intervention called THRIVE, which coordinates care and addresses both clinical and social needs after hospital discharge. The study will implement this intervention at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Cedar Campus, utilizing a randomized controlled trial to evaluate its effectiveness for patients with and without serious mental illness. By improving communication and support during transitions, the research seeks to reduce disparities in post-hospitalization outcomes for these vulnerable populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Medicaid-insured individuals who have co-occurring serious mental illnesses and are transitioning from hospital care.
Not a fit: Patients who are not insured by Medicaid or do not have serious mental health conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced disparities for Medicaid-insured individuals with serious mental health conditions during their transition from hospital to home.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that the THRIVE intervention can significantly improve post-discharge outcomes, indicating potential for success in this adapted approach.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Brooks Carthon, Jacqueline Margo — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Brooks Carthon, Jacqueline Margo
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.