MLSN-Only Virtual Briefings

Milbank State Leadership Network

The Milbank State Leadership Network’s virtual briefings, which feature subject matter experts and experienced state policymakers, include presentations and discussion on topics that are highly relevant to today’s legislative and executive branch state leaders.

Upcoming Briefings

Milbank State Leadership Network Exclusive Briefing: Medicaid Reimbursement Strategies for Community Health Workers with IMPaCT Care

Just over half of states have implemented some form of Community Health Worker, Promoter, or Community Health Representative (CHW/P/CHR) coverage and payment policy. Join us on December 3, 2024, from 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM ET, for a Milbank State Leadership Network briefing held in collaboration with IMPaCT Care. IMPaCT Care will highlight its forthcoming toolkit, which includes model State Plan Amendment text, the rationale behind the model text, and principles for CHW/P/CHR reimbursement rates. State executives from New Mexico and South Dakota will provide insights on their own journeys to implement CHW/P/CHR payment policies.

To ensure your participation, please register for the Zoom meeting

Event Details:

  • Date & Time: Dec. 3, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM ET (US and Canada)
  • Topic: Medicaid Reimbursement Strategies for Community Health Workers
  • Registration: Register Here
  • Description: This MSLN-only briefing will highlight the Medicaid reimbursement for Community Health Worker services, drawing on forthcoming toolkit from IMPaCT Care and featuring state executives from New Mexico and South Dakota, who will provide insight into the implementation of CHW payment models.
  • Milbank Moderator:
    • Morgan McDonald, MD, FACP, FAAP, National Director for Population Health and Health Equity Leadership
  • Speakers:
    • Gustavo Zuniga, Community Health Worker, Mental Health Cooperative
    • Alanna Dancis, DNP, Chief Medical Officer, New Mexico Health Care Authority
    • Shreya Kangovi, MD, MSHP, Chief Executive Officer, IMPaCT Care
    • Janée Tyus, MPH, Head of Community Mobilization, IMPaCT Care
    • Ashley Lauing, MPH, Policy Strategy Manager, Division of Medical Services, South Dakota Department of Social Services

We look forward to your participation and willingness to share your own insights in this important discussion.

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