Celebrating Progress and Pioneering the Future: Medicaid's 59th Birthday & The "Future of Medicaid Innovation"

As we gear up to celebrate Medicaid's 59th birthday at the end of this month, HT4M is not just reflecting on past achievements but also forging ahead with exciting new initiatives. This year’s celebration comes at a pivotal moment, not just to commemorate the past but also to look forward to exciting developments that promise to expand and enhance this vital program.

President Joe Biden has announced significant proposals aimed at increasing access to Medicaid and Medicare, marking a substantial push towards advancing health equity in underserved communities. These include creating exceptions to the Medicaid clinic services "four walls" requirement and codifying 12 months of continuous eligibility for children in Medicaid and CHIP. These changes underscore a commitment to reducing maternal and infant mortality rates and addressing healthcare disparities that disproportionately affect Black and Native women.

Amidst these promising developments, we are thrilled to announce the unveiling of our sponsorship packages?for our annual "Future of Medicaid Innovation Forum," co-located with the prestigious?JPM Healthcare Conference?on January 14, 2025. This premier conference, set in the vibrant nexus of healthcare investment and innovation, offers an unparalleled opportunity for networking, learning, and collaboration. We invite industry leaders, emerging fast-growth companies, innovative technologists, and investors to join us in a dynamic exchange of ideas that drive forward Medicaid’s future -- check out additional details below for a milestone event that promises to inspire and facilitate real change in the Medicaid landscape.

Looking ahead, your engagement is crucial as ever as we continue expanding our reach and deepening?our impact. Participate in upcoming webinars,?celebrate the power of community at our Medicaid birthday event,?and support the content for the?"The Future of Medicaid Innovation Forum." Together, we are driving change and shaping a future where health equity is a global reality.

We thank you for your continued support and dedication to HT4M, and encourage you?join us?on July 30th for an interactive, innovative, and fun virtual gathering to celebrate Medicaid's impact and evolution. This special event promises to be an engaging and enlightening experience, reflecting on our achievements and looking forward to new opportunities.

With warmest regards,

Adimika Arthur

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Join?Us to Celebrate Medicaid's 59th Birthday!

Join us on July 30th for a special HealthTech 4 Medicaid (HT4M) webinar as we celebrate Medicaid's 59th birthday!

This milestone event will highlight the program's historic impact, current challenges, and future innovations in advancing healthcare access and equity for millions of Americans. We will explore groundbreaking innovations that have transformed Medicaid services, discuss the impact of recent policy changes, and highlight successful initiatives that have improved healthcare delivery for Medicaid beneficiaries.?

This event is designed for any and all stakeholders dedicated to enhancing Medicaid and promoting healthcare equity. Celebrate with us as we honor Medicaid's legacy and look forward to its future advancements!

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??Date: July 30th, 2024

?Time: 9am-10am PST / 12pm - 1pm EST

??Location: Virtual

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HT4M @ HLTH 2024

We are so excited to return as partners at?HLTH?this year from October 20-23 in Las Vegas! Stay tuned in the coming weeks for details about our exciting and impactful programming this year.

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The Future of Medicaid Innovation Forum 2025

Join HealthTech 4 Medicaid for our signature annual event! The Future of Medicaid Innovation Forum?is taking place on January 14th, 2025, 9 AM - 12 PM PST!

Now in its eighth year, this event will bring together leading innovators to tackle the latest issues, challenges, and market solutions at the intersection of health equity and tech equity. The Future of Medicaid Innovation Forum is designed to foster an interactive dialogue among various health tech and healthcare stakeholders, focusing on actionable steps to drive meaningful change in the Medicaid ecosystem. Featured speakers will discuss advancements in health equity and Medicaid, addressing the critical needs to eliminate barriers to technology, healthcare, and funding, thereby improving the lives of Medicaid recipients and other vulnerable populations.

Mark your calendars and join us for a transformative discussion!

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Reflecting on Our "Medicaid Insights" Webinar Series

We host four webinars throughout May and June as part of our "Medicaid Insights" series, allowing individuals with non-clinical backgrounds the opportunity to deepen their understanding of Medicaid. Whether you joined us for all the webinars or missed a few, this summary provides a comprehensive overview of each and actionable steps to stay engaged with the latest in Medicaid innovation.

"Medicaid Insights: Older Adults" focused on key insights, policy opportunities and innovative solutions for older adults on Medicaid. Read the full wrap up here.

Medicaid serves as a lifeline for older adults. It is the primary payer covering essential Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) that are crucial for their health and well-being, including nursing home care, home health services, and personal care assistance. It plays a pivotal role in ensuring access to healthcare services that promote independence and quality of life in aging populations across the United States:

Key Takeaways:

• Challenges: Workforce shortages, limited funding, complex health insurance requirements, and social barriers like?isolation, ageism, and lack of culturally competent services present challenges to delivering high-quality care for older adults.
• Innovative Approaches: Priorities include better financial and emotional support for caregivers, enhanced access to care and better coordination between providers, targeted education and training, increased funding for healthcare services, financial support for older adults, and better financial planning resources.
• Recommended Policies: Recommendations encompass telehealth integration, increasing access to electronic health records (EHRs) for caregivers and older adults, expanding broadband access, enhancing caregiver financial support and reimbursement, expanding service coverage, and ensuring comprehensive protection and inclusion for older adults.

Join us in advocating for these changes! Share your ideas, participate in local policy discussions, and support organizations like HT4M working to enhance care for older adults on Medicaid. Let's work together to create a better future for our aging population.

"Medicaid Insights: Birthing Equity" focused on addressing systemic challenges and promoting equity in birthing outcomes. Read the full wrap up here.

Medicaid plays a pivotal role in maternal health by covering over 4 in 10 births in the United States, making it the largest source of public funding for family planning services and ensuring access to crucial prenatal and postpartum care. This support is essential in addressing disparities in birthing outcomes and promoting equity in healthcare for all mothers and infants:

Key Takeaways:

• Disparities: Discussions highlighted disparities rooted in policy gaps,?funding constraints, isolation between the mental and physical health of birthing people, and a lack of?standardized training and licensing for doulas across states
• Innovative Solutions: Attendees emphasized community inclusivity, standardized doula training, policy advocacy, and enhanced data tracking and communication as solutions.
• Policy Priorities: Priorities identified include community involvement in decision-making, access to culturally appropriate care, accountable medical coverage, and improved data quality and staff training.

Join us in advancing birthing equity! Support policy changes, advocate for community involvement in care decisions, or partner with HT4M in addressing systemic disparities in birthing outcomes. Together, we can create a more equitable birthing experience for all.

"Medicaid Insights: Pediatric Care" explored critical issues and innovations in pediatric healthcare. Read the full wrap up here.

Medicaid ensures access to essential healthcare services for children across the United States, supporting their health and development from an early age and addressing unique pediatric healthcare challenges. Along with the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), Medicaid plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive care, from routine check-ups to specialized treatments, ensuring that children receive the care they need to thrive:

Key Takeaways:

• Key Challenges: Discussions underscored barriers such as limited access to pediatric care, poor reimbursement rates for pediatric services and restrictive Medicaid state provider definitions, and challenges with data stratification and lack of interoperability among pediatric healthcare systems.
• Innovative Strategies: Attendees stressed the importance of leveraging telehealth for improved access, integrating healthcare within schools,? and building trust through culturally competent care.
• Policy Priorities: Key priorities included increasing funding for pediatric services, improving reimbursement rates to support innovative care and support services, and enhancing data collection and utilization for improved health outcomes.

Join us in improving pediatric care! Advocate for increased funding, support innovations in telehealth, and promote policies that enhance access and equity in pediatric Medicaid services. Together, we can ensure better health outcomes for our children.

"Medicaid Insights: Medicaid Redetermination"? explored the challenges and strategies surrounding Medicaid redetermination. Read the full wrap up here.

Improving Medicaid redetermination processes has become increasingly crucial post-pandemic, as they are impacting coverage continuity for millions of Americans and lacking strategic adaptations that ensure seamless transitions in healthcare coverage. These processes are pivotal in maintaining healthcare access and affordability for vulnerable populations:

Key Takeaways:

• Redetermination Hurdles: Communication barriers and administrative complexities during Medicaid redetermination processes contribute to potential coverage losses and increased healthcare costs.
• Strategic Solutions: Implemented solutions involve enhanced communication strategies, automation of renewal processes, and reduction of staff and?administrative burdens to streamline Medicaid redetermination.
• Policy Focus: Advocacy efforts focus on continuous enrollment and leveraging technology to ensure seamless coverage transitions. Regardless of possible political changes related to the upcoming presidential election, speakers emphasized that the day to day work making sure people? using Medicaid don't?feel a difference in their coverage will remain a?priority.

Join us in strengthening Medicaid redetermination! Advocate for streamlined processes, support initiatives that enhance communication and reduce administrative burdens, and engage in discussions to improve the redetermination experience for all Medicaid enrollees.

Emerging Themes Across The Sessions

• Equitable & Inclusive Design: Each session highlighted the need for culturally competent care, community involvement in decision-making, and policies ensuring protection and inclusion for all Medicaid recipients.
• Technology Integration: The series emphasized leveraging technology to enhance access, coordination, and efficiency within Medicaid services, ranging from telehealth solutions in pediatric care to automated processes in Medicaid redetermination.
• Policy Advocacy: A consistent theme across all sessions was the advocacy for policy changes aimed at improving funding, reimbursement rates, reducing administrative burdens, and leveraging data for better decision-making in Medicaid.

We invite you to take these insights and recommendations forward. Whether you're a policymaker, healthcare professional, advocate, or community member, your engagement is crucial. By advocating for policy changes, participating in local discussions, and supporting initiatives that enhance Medicaid services, we can collectively drive positive change. Let's continue working together to ensure that Medicaid meets the diverse needs of our communities and fosters equitable healthcare access for all.

Join Our Underrepresented Founders Database!

At HealthTech 4 Medicaid, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive health tech ecosystem. Our Underrepresented Founders Database is a vibrant community of innovators driving change and addressing healthcare disparities. We are thrilled to share some exciting new demographic and geographic stats that highlight the diversity within our community as of mid-July:

Our database now features*:

• 358 Female/Non-Binary Founders
• 34 LGBTQ+ Founders
• 146 Black/African American Founders
• 86 Asian or Pacific Islander Founders
• 33 Hispanic/Latinx Founders
• 5 Indigenous Founders

*of those who identified

Geographically, our founders are making an impact across the U.S. and around the globe:

• 139 from Western States
• 36 from Midwestern States
• 114 from Eastern States
• 78 from Southern States
• 32 International Founders

By joining our database, you'll be part of a supportive community committed to improving healthcare for vulnerable populations. You'll gain access to the latest developments, success stories, and opportunities to collaborate with like-minded innovators.

We invite you to join us in celebrating and supporting these incredible leaders. Your participation can help amplify their voices and contribute to a more diverse and equitable health tech landscape.

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New Member Spotlight!

We are so excited to welcome Aidaly as a member of HealthTech 4 Medicaid!?Aidaly provides family caregivers with support, training, and compensation to deliver high-quality care in the home. Learn more here.

Expand your HT4M experience! Stay engaged with our dynamic community and never miss out on HT4M events and opportunities.

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