View this panel discussion to gain firsthand insights into how states are navigating waiver implementation, addressing systemic barriers, and improving health outcomes for justice-involved populations.
What you'll learn:
- Key Considerations & Challenges:
Hear from states about the unique circumstances they faced when applying for the waiver and the biggest obstacles they’ve navigated.
- Implementation Strategies & Lessons Learned:
Gain insights into how states are structuring their programs, coordinating care, and overcoming early hurdles in implementation.
- Future of Justice-Involved Healthcare:
Understand the impact of policy changes, claims coordination, and the evolving Medicaid landscape under the new administration.
Participants
- Rae Bauman, Program Director Care Management, Acentra Health
- Ronna Cole, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Health Services, Washington Department of Corrections
- Lisa Flynn, Health Services Administrator, Washington Department of Corrections
- Verlon Johnson, Chief Government & Corporate Affairs Officer, Acentra Health and Chair, MACPAC
- Jason McGill, Assistant Director, Medicaid Programs Division, Washington Health Care Authority
- Tyron Nixon, Transformation Implementation Manager, Washington Health Care Authority
- Ted Ryle, LICSW, MSW, MA, Clinical Director/Juvenile Rehabilitation Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families
- Kyle Sawyer, Assistant Director of the Division of Public Policy and Strategic Planning, AZHCCCS
- Meghan Vanderstelt, Director Program Policy, Michigan Department of Health & Human Services
- Vikki Wachino, Founder & Executive Director, Health and Reentry Project (HARP), Commonwealth Fund