CHRT is growing: Join us in welcoming new staff
Several new staff members have joined the Center for Health and Research Transformation. They bring expertise in pay for success financing, evaluating case management interventions for superutilizers, recovery-oriented communities, integrative approaches to health disparities, program evaluation and improvements, and more. Please join us in welcoming them to the team. Ryan Bartholomew is an analyst at CHRT. He manages CHRT’s Health …
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CHRT to support grantees of The Kresge Foundation as they advance health and human services integration
The Kresge Foundation has awarded $1.5 million in grants to five organizations across the nation to enhance their efforts to integrate their health and human services systems and create more seamless, person-centered experiences for individuals and families seeking support in cities across the country. The Center for Health and Research Transformation serves as the foundation’s learning partner and technical assistance provider for …
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Lansing State Journal: Riba in “Michigan is facing a shortage of primary care doctors. Where does that leave patients?”
In many communities, the shortage of primary care doctors is becoming an increasingly serious concern. Among these areas is Lansing, Michigan, where a shortage of primary care physicians has resulted in long wait times and difficulty accessing healthcare. “… the length of time it takes people to get into primary care. I think that’s a real issue.” Melissa Riba Carol …
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CHRT congratulates inaugural Detroit Health Department public health practice and policy engagement fellows
Eighteen Detroit Health Department staffers graduated this week after completing a 14-week certificate program in public health policy, health and human services integration, program evaluation, community coalition-building, and more. This was the second cohort of Detroit Health Department staff members to complete the curriculum. The pilot training program, made possible with funding from U-M Poverty Solutions and the DMC Foundation, …
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Michigan Radio: Subscribe to your doctor? A new model for medical care is catching doctors’ attention
In today’s world, where healthcare costs are soaring and patients struggle to access affordable and quality care, a new model of medical care is emerging as a promising alternative to the traditional fee-for-service model. This model, called “direct primary care,” is gaining popularity among patients and doctors alike. The direct primary care model allows patients to subscribe to a doctor …
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Bridge Magazine: Budget fight looms over changes in Medicaid mental health in Michigan
As the state of Michigan prepares for the upcoming budget fight over proposed changes to Medicaid and mental health in Michigan, advocates and lawmakers have expressed concern and opposition to the governor’s proposal to shift behavioral health management responsibilities to Medicaid health plans. “How we should deliver mental health services in Michigan is really a crucial issue. It’s a core …
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The University Record: CHRT Board member named University Distinguished Professor
The University of Michigan has recently recognized the outstanding accomplishments of six faculty members, who have been appointed as Distinguished University Professors. This distinguished title is granted to exceptional individuals who have displayed remarkable scholarship and creativity, while also making a significant impact in their respective fields. It is an honor that reflects the hard work, dedication, and excellence that …
Read more >Crain's Detroit: Reduce administrative burden of work rules to prevent mass health coverage losses, by Udow-Phillips & Shaefer
Healthcare is an essential human right, and the ability to access it without undue hardship is critical for individuals and society as a whole. Unfortunately, administrative burdens and complex work rules often make it difficult for many to maintain health coverage. However, according to a recent proposal by Udow-Phillips and Shaefer, there is a solution to this pressing problem. They …
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CHRT and Detroit Health Department collaborate on new staff fellowship program
In 2018, with support from U-M Poverty Solutions and the DMC Foundation, the Detroit Health Department worked with CHRT to develop a new fellowship program for front-line staff–one designed to build specific skills and knowledge that would positively impact public health service delivery in Detroit. Here, we delve into the details of this initiative, exploring its inception, goals, and the impact …
Read more >Bridge Magazine: To improve health, boost Medicaid dental reimbursement rates, by CHRT Fellow Dr. Romesh Nalliah
Dental care is a vital component of overall health, yet it remains a challenge for many individuals, especially those who rely on Medicaid for their healthcare needs. Dr. Romesh Nalliah, a CHRT Fellow sheds light on the pressing issue of low Medicaid dental reimbursement rates and their impact on oral health outcomes. “Michigan’s outdated, 29-year-old Medicaid reimbursement rates are a …
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