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State Policy Pathways for Advancing Food and Nutrition Strategies to Improve Health

Center for Health Care Strategies·September 26, 2026
State Policy Pathways for Advancing Food and Nutrition Strategies to Improve Health

This policy brief outlines how states can leverage Medicaid authorities to integrate Food is Medicine interventions into their healthcare delivery systems. It provides a framework for policymakers to align nutrition support services with federal health programs to improve patient outcomes and address social determinants of health.

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While the primary resource is a May 2026 explainer, the Center for Health Care Strategies published a follow-up brief in July 2026 specifically addressing state policy pathways for food and nutrition strategies, reflecting the ongoing legislative and administrative focus on these programs within the last 7 days of the current date.

By Amanda Bank·Read original article on Center for Health Care Strategies
Medicaid
Food is Medicine
State Policy
Nutrition
Healthcare Reform

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