Wyoming MMIS Implementation Case Study The Wyoming Department of Health faced the challenge of replacing its aging legacy Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) to meet the evolving needs of its member population.
By Nilay Patel, Executive Vice President and General Manager, HealthTech Systems With more than 74.6 million enrollees, Medicaid is one of the largest healthcare programs in the U.S. Yet, outdated systems pose challenges to meeting the growing demands of Medicaid populations. Today, Medicaid accounts for one-sixth of all healthcare spending and half of long-term care spending, making it a large share of state budgets.¹ This significant financial commitment underscores the critical need for efficient, modernized systems.
By Susan Baker, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Integrated Health Solutions An Expert’s Guide for State Medicaid Agencies Stakeholder engagement isn’t just a buzzword: it’s the starting point for any Medicaid agency seeking to make better, more informed decisions. Gathering and applying stakeholder feedback can ensure that an agency’s programs are effective, inclusive, and well-received.
By Susan Baker, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Integrated Health Solutions Strategies to Enhance Member Experience Through Proactive Communication & Cutting-Edge Support Solutions Effective customer service centers are vital for exceptional healthcare. When people have health concerns, the last thing they want to do is navigate a complex web of appointments, paperwork, and conversations. Medicaid members are no different.
By Susan Baker, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Integrated Health Solutions Ensuring Fairness in Healthcare to Address Social Determinants of Health Health equity is essential in Medicaid administration. However, delivering on it can be especially difficult in states like New York, Texas, and Florida. These states have large and diverse populations and face unique challenges related to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and geographic location.
The United States Census Bureau faced significant challenges with vertical silos across centers of excellence preventing proper data and communication flow. To address these issues, the Census Bureau created the Center for Applied Technology. Acentra Health became a vital partner to implement technological innovations within the IOE (Improving Operational Efficiency) program. Through the development of data applications, visualization, and integration, Acentra Health continues to advance cross-functional collaboration and digital transformation for the federal government.
The Department of Health and Human Services in Michigan (MDHHS) needed to scale its Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) platform and related business applications after Medicaid expansion and the Affordable Care Act.
Download Now: Wyoming MMIS Implementation Case Study Gain valuable insights from Wyoming's pioneering Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) implementation. This case study highlights how the Wyoming Department of Health, in collaboration with Acentra Health, achieved a record-setting implementation, followed by CMS Certification with zero findings—an impressive outcome that underscores their meticulous planning and execution.
By Susan Baker, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Integrated Health Solutions Stress is a normal part of life, but when it becomes chronic stress can hurt your physical and mental health. Whether you’re working from home, in an office setting, or in the field, stress is proven to play a huge role in employee burnout, absenteeism, and other related workplace issues.