Investigating the effects of work requirements on Medicaid beneficiaries' health and employment.
Work Requirements and Health Care Disparities in Medicaid: A RandomizedControlled Trial
This study is looking at how work requirements for Medicaid affect people's health and ability to get care, and it's for folks in Virginia who are on Medicaid—some will have to meet these work rules while others won't, so we can see how it impacts their health and job opportunities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Harvard Medical School NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10531255 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research examines how work requirements for Medicaid coverage impact beneficiaries' health and access to care. By conducting a randomized controlled trial in Virginia, the study will compare outcomes for individuals subject to work requirements with those who are exempt. The research aims to understand the effects of these policies on health insurance coverage, access to healthcare services, employment rates, and overall health outcomes. Participants will be monitored to assess how these requirements influence their engagement in work and community activities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Medicaid beneficiaries in Virginia, particularly those affected by the new work requirements.
Not a fit: Patients who are not enrolled in Medicaid or those who are exempt from work requirements may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide valuable insights into how work requirements affect health outcomes and access to care for Medicaid beneficiaries.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing debate about work requirements, this research aims to fill a gap in rigorous evidence regarding their effects, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Harvard Medical School — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Layton, Timothy — Harvard Medical School
- Study coordinator: Layton, Timothy
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.