Population Health Outcomes: The Impact of Social Determinants of Health and the Initiatives Being Implemented
By PPL on November 5, 2024
Maria Perrin, Chief Growth Officer at Public Partnerships, LLC
It’s widely recognized that social determinants of health (SDoH) have a significant impact on health outcomes including mortality rates. According to a report from the U.S. Department of Health, social determinants impact as much as 50% of the variation in health outcomes. As of August 2024, 21 states have approved Section 1115 Medicaid waivers to fund SDOH demonstration projects with another 15 states pending waiver approval. These waivers authorize housing and nutrition services for high-need populations. Examples of support include temporary rent and utilities, medically necessary home modifications, and rent deposits for individuals transitioning from institutional care. These programs typically support people at high risk for homelessness, and those with high-risk pregnancies and other high-risk behavioral and medical health conditions. The programs also address youths and young adults at high risk for long-term poverty.
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