Missouri’s Medicaid program is currently administered through contracts with managed care organizations, raising important questions about cost, access to care, and health outcomes across the state. As rural communities continue to face challenges related to healthcare access and financial sustainability, understanding how Medicaid is structured and how potential changes could affect patients and providers is increasingly important.
This session will examine the role of managed care in Missouri’s Medicaid program, including its potential impact on healthcare costs and patient outcomes. Participants will explore how direct state administration of Medicaid could work in Missouri and consider the potential implications for access to care, particularly in rural communities. The session will also discuss opportunities for healthcare professionals, community members, and advocates to engage in conversations about the future of Missouri’s Medicaid program.
MRHA Webinar: The Role of Managed Care in Missouri’s Medicaid Program
Thursday, February 4th from 12-1pm CST
Zoom
Target Audience: Anyone who cares about access to healthcare in rural Missouri.
Presented By: Ed Weisbart, MD, Physicians for a National Health Program, and Thomas Harrison, MD, retired pediatrician with more than 45 years of experience.
Hosted by the Missouri Rural Health Association, this session is part of the Missouri Rural Health Association’s Rural Health Webinar Series and is FREE OF CHARGE and open to the public. If you'd like to learn more about supporting our ongoing education efforts, click here.