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The Role of State Medicaid and Title V Program Definitions of Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs in the Provision of Services and Supports

Authors Taylor Platt, Eddy Fernandez, Kate Honsberger, Karen VanLandeghem

Date 2020

Project Catalyst Center

Keywords CYSHCN, Financing, Health Equity, Medicaid/CHIP

This issue brief, written in partnership with the National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP), describes how states define CYSHCN within Medicaid and Title V CYSHCN programs and explores the implications of these definitions. Federal and state program approaches to defining children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN) can impact how they determine eligibility for health care services and supports (e.g., care coordination), evaluate the impact of services, and measure outcomes.  The brief presents an analysis of data gathered through administrative and interview data from seven states (AZ, FL, NY, OH, OR, UT, and VA), and presents state considerations for establishing and implementing definitions of CYSHCN.

COVID-19: The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and Employment

Authors

Date 2020

Project Catalyst Center

Keywords Covid-19, CYSHCN

Part of the Catalyst Center COVID-19 Resource Series. 

The public health emergency resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic has real implications for state Title V programs as well as families raising children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN).

State programs like Medicaid/CHIP and Title V, which are integral to the system of services and supports for children and youth with special health care needs, must be ready to adapt and respond to the current challenges faced by children, families, providers, and other stakeholders.

These fact sheets help explain employment provisions for families in the CARES Act. Families raising CYSHCN are more at risk than ever for experiencing financial hardship due to job loss, loss of health insurance, and other factors. Understanding these policy changes can aid in reducing the risk of family financial hardship.

Download the full series, or individual fact sheets below. 

COVID-19: Flexibility for States: Medicaid and CHIP Programs

Authors

Date 2020

Project Catalyst Center

Keywords Covid-19, CYSHCN

Part of the Catalyst Center COVID-19 Resource Series. 

The public health emergency resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic has real implications for state Title V programs as well as families raising children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN).

State programs like Medicaid/CHIP and Title V, which are integral to the system of services and supports for children and youth with special health care needs, must be ready to adapt and respond to the current challenges faced by children, families, providers, and other stakeholders.

These fact sheets help explain Medicaid and CHIP program flexibilities to Title V program staff and allies. Understanding these policy changes can support activities related to care coordination, benefits and coverage counseling, and aid in reducing the risk of family financial hardship.

Download the full series, or individual fact sheets below. 

Catalyst Center COVID-19 Resource Series

Authors

Date 2020

Project Catalyst Center

Keywords Covid-19, CYSHCN

The public health emergency resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic has real implications for state Title V programs as well as families raising children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN).

These fact sheets address a variety of relevant topics, such as Medicaid and CHIP programs and the CARES Act. 

Infographic: Pathways to Medicaid Coverage For Children And Youth With Special Health Care Needs

Authors Comeau, M. , Kantner Doherty, J.

Date 2019

Project Catalyst Center

Keywords CYSHCN, Financing, Health Benefits, Medicaid Buy-In Programs, Medicaid/CHIP

The Catalyst Center has created a one-page infographic illustrating important elements of pathways to Medicaid coverage for children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN). This is one page in a series of infographics exploring key focus areas in the world of health care financing and coverage for CYSHCN.

These one-pagers are a visually appealing and easy way to share information about the system of care for CYSHCN with stakeholders. Resources for further exploration of pathways to Medicaid coverage are listed at the bottom of the infographic.

Infographic: Family Engagement And Children And Youth With Special Health Care Needs

Authors Comeau, M. , Kantner Doherty, J.

Date 2019

Project Catalyst Center

Keywords CYSHCN

The Catalyst Center has created a one-page infographic illustrating the importance of family engagement for children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN). This is one page in a series of infographics exploring key focus areas in the world of health care financing and coverage for CYSHCN.

These one-pagers are a visually appealing and easy way to share information about the system of care for CYSHCN with stakeholders. Resources for further exploration of family engagement are listed at the bottom of the infographic.

Thanks to family leaders Cara Coleman, Donene Feist, Janis Guerney, Rylin Rodgers, and Nora Wells for providing valuable feedback and reviewing this project.

Infographic: EPSDT And Children And Youth With Special Health Care Needs

Authors Comeau, M. , Kantner Doherty, J.

Date 2019

Project Catalyst Center

Keywords CYSHCN, Health Benefits, Medicaid/CHIP

The Catalyst Center has created a one-page infographic illustrating the importance of EPSDT for children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN). This is one page in a series of infographics exploring key focus areas in the world of health care financing and coverage for CYSHCN.

These one-pagers are a visually appealing and easy way to share information about the system of care for CYSHCN with stakeholders. Resources for further exploration of EPSDT are listed at the bottom of the infographic.

Family Voices Leadership Conference Panel: Partnership Opportunities Panel

Authors Comeau, M.

Date 2019

Project Catalyst Center

Keywords CYSHCN, Financing, Maternal and Child Health

On May 10th at the 2019 Family Voices Leadership conference, the Catalyst Center presented on a Partnership Opportunities Panel. The slides detail our work as the National Center on Health Insurance Coverage and Financing of Care for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs, how we partner with families and youth leaders, and upcoming opportunities for collaboration.

Critical Elements for Financing the System of Care for CYSHCN: An Infographic Series

Authors Comeau, M. , Bachman, S., Kantner Doherty, J.

Date 2019

Project Catalyst Center

Keywords CYSHCN, Financial Hardship, Financing, Health Benefits, Health Equity, Health Inequities, Maternal and Child Health, Medicaid Buy-In Programs, Medicaid/CHIP

The Catalyst Center has created an infographic series exploring key focus areas in the world of health care financing and coverage for children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN). Each infographic offers a concise look at a complex issue from the perspective of CYSHCN, their families, payers and policymakers, and providers.

These one-pagers are a visually appealing and easy way to share information about the system of care for CYSHCN with stakeholders. Resources for further topic exploration are listed at the bottom of the infographic. Infographic topics include: Medicaid, pathways to Medicaid coverage, EPSDT, inequities in coverage and financing, family financial hardship, the importance of partnerships, family engagement, value-based purchasing, and care coordination.

Thanks to the following family leaders and Title V colleagues for reviewing this project and providing valuable feedback: Cara Coleman, Donene Feist, Janis Guerney, Rylin Rodgers, Nora Wells, Sandra Broughton, Elizabeth Collins, Elaine Gabovitch, Alison Martin, Shirley Payne, and Meredith Pyle.

AMCHP Conference Workshop: Seeing Is Believing

Authors Comeau, M. , Baughman, A. , Kantner Doherty, J.

Date 2019

Project Catalyst Center

Keywords CYSHCN, Financial Hardship, Financing, Health Benefits, Health Equity, Health Inequities, Maternal and Child Health, Medicaid Buy-In Programs, Medicaid/CHIP

On March 10th at the 2019 Association of Maternal & Child Health Programs (AMCHP) conference, the Catalyst Center presented an infographic series on the fundamentals of financing the system of care for CYSHCN.

The presentation reviews the rationale for the infographic series, key content in each infographic, and explores how infographics can be used to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.