Understanding how changes in healthcare systems affect health outcomes for children in foster care
Examining the impact of healthcare systems changes on healthcare use and health outcomes for children in foster care
This study looks at how different ways of providing healthcare can help children in foster care stay healthy and get the care they need, using data from the past 12 years to find the best strategies for these kids.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cincinnati, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10885022 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how different healthcare delivery models impact the health and healthcare usage of children in foster care. By analyzing 12 years of linked data from child welfare and electronic health records, along with Medicaid claims and health status reports, the study aims to identify effective healthcare strategies for this vulnerable population. The research will evaluate the effects of mandated healthcare visits, integrated care within the same system, and improved communication between healthcare and child welfare systems on health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children currently in foster care who have experienced varying levels of healthcare access and outcomes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not in foster care or those who have not interacted with the child welfare system may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and more effective healthcare delivery for children in foster care.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown that coordinated healthcare approaches can improve outcomes for vulnerable populations, suggesting potential success for this study's methods.
Where this research is happening
Cincinnati, United States
- Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr — Cincinnati, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Beal, Sarah — Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr
- Study coordinator: Beal, Sarah
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.