Great conversation with Cindy Beane of West Virginia. Topics include: Foster care (C-SED waiver), the SUD waiver and WV’s unique approach to carving out Rx.
Run time: 18 mins
Medicaid State Spotlight: Arkansas- An interview with Janet Mann
Great conversation with Janet Mann, Arkansas DHS Secretary. She covered 4 key topics: Working to create a sustainable Medicaid program, the Arkansas PHE unwinding experience, maternal health innovation ideas and the CMS re-entry waiver.
Run time: 16 minutes
Trends, Challenges and Opportunities in Behavioral Health Clinically Integrated Networks (CINs)
Intended readers: Community providers considering joining / forming a CIN, State HHS staff working with Community providers
Medicaid State Spotlight: Hawaii- An interview with Judy Mohr-Peterson
Great conversation with Judy Mohr-Peterson, Medicaid Director of Hawai’i. She covered a lot of ground, including: (1) Their new 1115 waiver renewal that covers nutritional supports, rental assistance, and utilities, and support for justice-involved individuals; (2) the impact of the wildfire response on Medicaid agency operations; and (3) what the Hawai’i experience with the unwinding has been (and what it will be in 2024).
Run time: 17 mins