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Primary Care Case Management in Medicaid: A Strategy for Supporting Primary Care in Rural Areas

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Primary care case management (PCCM) programs are one of the oldest types of Medicaid managed care, but over time most states have shifted to use managed care organizations (MCOs) to deliver services to Medicaid participants. However, as of 2018, 13 states still delivered services through PCCM programs to about 5.5

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Updates and FAQs: Developing and Implementing a Medicaid State Plan Amendment to Authorize Community Health Worker Reimbursement

NASHP

CHW services are reimbursed at a rate of $70/hour. Are there any examples of states that have taken an alternative payment approach rather than a fee-for-service billing approach for CHW services? Eligible primary care practices must engage CHWs starting in 2024. Kentucky (2023) 42 CFR 440.60