Medicaid programs are exploring innovative and cost-effective strategies to tackle health challenges, emphasizing rigorous evaluation methods like randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to enhance policy effectiveness, despite facing implementation barriers. Click here for article.
RCTs provide clear, credible results, helping Medicaid programs systematically improve health outcomes by testing different healthcare delivery options.
Medicaid programs face challenges in conducting RCTs due to state-specific structures, limited expertise, and lengthy approval processes.
A federal approach using Section 1115 waivers and a state-driven approach with five practical steps can help states pursue RCTs effectively.
Partnerships with research organizations like J-PAL North America offer technical support, helping states design and implement impactful evaluations.
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