Understanding how Medicaid affects asthma outcomes in children
Outcomes for Children with Asthma on Medicaid: Elucidating Key Determinants at the Policy, Plan, Neighborhood, and Person Levels to Address Disparities
This study is looking at how different factors, like race and income, affect asthma care for kids on Medicaid, and it wants to find the best ways to help these children get the right care for their needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11146120 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the factors that influence asthma outcomes in children enrolled in Medicaid, focusing on disparities among different racial and socioeconomic groups. It aims to analyze the quality of asthma care provided by various Medicaid managed care plans and how individual, family, and neighborhood characteristics impact these outcomes. By utilizing linked data and conducting policy experiments, the research seeks to identify the best ways to assign children to Medicaid plans that meet their specific needs, ultimately aiming to improve asthma care and reduce health disparities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-21 who are enrolled in Medicaid and have been diagnosed with asthma.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have asthma or are not enrolled in Medicaid may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved asthma management and health outcomes for children on Medicaid.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing social determinants of health can significantly improve health outcomes, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chorniy, Anna — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Chorniy, Anna
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.