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Brown Highlights Health Care, Housing In Inaugural Address

Jan 15, 2019

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Medicaid Plans Cover Doctors’ Visits, Hospital Care — And Now Your GED

Jan 7, 2019

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FamilyCare Trial Against Oregon Health Authority Delayed Up To Three Years

Dec 20, 2018
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After More Than Year-Long Search, Medicaid Director Returns

Oregon has chosen a familiar face to lead the state's Medicaid program as it heads towards the next phase, with a focus on mental health, value-based payments that reward outcomes instead of performing procedures and social determinants of health like housing.

Dec 12, 2018

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Legislative Task Force Proposes Steps Towards Universal Health Care Coverage

The group, which has been meeting since January, acknowledged that Oregon is not likely to adopt universal care anytime soon but it pointed towards that goal by offering initial steps.

Dec 12, 2018
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Oregon Health Authority Aims to Cover All High-Risk Populations In New CCO Regions

The state announced that coverage areas in its next round of Medicaid coverage will be based on county lines, not Zip codes, though there may be exceptions.

Nov 29, 2018

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State Plan To Implement Next Version Of Medicaid Unfinished, Unclear

Oregon health officials are weighing various options for enrollment and rates.

Nov 19, 2018
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Departing Oregon Health Policy Board Member 'Shocked' At Response To Health Equity

Felisa Hagins says the state has failed to ensure that Oregon’s coordinated care organizations have the financial incentive next year to improve access to care for diverse populations.

Nov 7, 2018
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