CMS recently announced that it will no longer allow states to use Designated State Health Programs (DSHP) as a source of state match in their 1115 Medicaid Waivers. There has been lots of chatter this past week about what this means for state Medicaid programs–unfortunately, there has also been a lot of hyperbole and misinformation. Today, I hope to provide some clarity and perspective on this important topic. 

As New York State leaders wind down the budget process, which helps set the state’s priorities for the next year, here are some big ideas HSG thinks those in power should consider as investments in New York State’s health care ecosystem, providing for greater access, quality, and outcomes for all New Yorkers.

In the first announcement from the Trump-Vance administration regarding value-based payment models out of CMMI, a number of models have been cut short and will sunset by year’s end. Read more about what we can interpret in these early tea leaves and what the impacts hold for both those participating in the models and the broader health ecosystem.