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1115 Medicaid Waivers: From Care Delivery Innovations to Work Requirements

The Commonwealth Fund·September 20, 2026
1115 Medicaid Waivers: From Care Delivery Innovations to Work Requirements

This article provides an overview of how states utilize Section 1115 waivers to test innovative approaches to Medicaid service delivery, including nutrition-related interventions. It explains the federal authority granted by the Social Security Act that allows states to pilot programs aimed at improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations.

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While the article is an explainer, it was updated on September 19, 2026, to reflect the current landscape of 1115 demonstrations, which increasingly include nutrition services as a key component of health-related social needs.

By Elizabeth Hinton·Read original article on The Commonwealth Fund
Medicaid
1115 Waiver
Nutrition Services
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