Integrated Medicare and Medicaid Managed Care and Rehospitalization of Dual Eligibles

摘要

ObjectivesHealthcare expenditures for dually eligible individuals covered by both Medicare and Medicaid constitute a disproportionate share of spending for the 2 programs. Fragmentation, inefficiency, and low-quality care have been long standing issues for this population. The objective of this study was to conduct an early evaluation of an innovative program that coordinates benefits for elderly dual eligibles.