Washington

The Medical Home Initiative is a series of public-private efforts supported by multiple state agencies and the legislature, with leadership from the Governor's Office. Public and private stakeholders are working together to improve health outcomes by expanding access to primary care providers and medical homes.  Medical homes for Medicaid beneficiaries are being developed and implemented in conjunction with current chronic care management programs. In addition to pilots for Medicaid beneficiaries, state employees, and others, the state has committed to conducting two collaboratives. The 2008 Collaborative featured learning sessions for providers focused on medical homes for patients with chronic diseases and children with special health care needs. The 2009 Collaborative will focus on expanding the availability of medical homes for adults and children, and study reimbursement approaches.

Targeted Population: Medicaid/CHIP.