CMS Approves New York's Medicaid 1115 Waiver Amendment to Address Social Determinants of Health
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has approved a significant amendment to New York's Section 1115 demonstration waiver, enabling the state to invest billions in social care networks. This initiative specifically targets the integration of health services with critical support systems, including nutrition and housing assistance, to improve patient outcomes.
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This waiver amendment highlights the growing trend of states using 1115 authority to fund 'health-related social needs' (HRSN) like medically tailored meals and food insecurity interventions, which are increasingly recognized as essential to managing chronic Medicaid populations.
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