Access to healthcare remains uneven across the United States. For many older adults and people living in rural or medically underserved communities, getting timely care can be difficult. Long travel distances, fewer doctors, and longer wait times are common challenges. As the Medicare population grows, policymakers are looking at how the healthcare workforce can better meet patient needs. One idea that continues to be discussed is allowing pharmacists to be reimbursed under M

Health Equity and Social Determinants of Health Health equity allows every individual to access and receive the same quality care regardless of structural or social determinants. The World Health Organization defines health equity as being " achieved when everyone can attain their full potential for health and well-being ." Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) are major factors influencing access to care and health outcomes. These include socioeconomic status, education level

There are over 350,000 therapists treating mental health, behavioral health, and substance use disorders in the United States, yet the majority of these therapists do not accept Medicaid. Why is this? The administrative burden associated with accepting Medicaid is a key reason why many therapists favor private insurance or self-pay clients. Initially, therapists must become paneled with each insurance companies, meaning they are recognized as approved providers and are in-ne