
ACHP and its member organizations are committed to improving health equity by removing obstacles in our nation’s health care system. ACHP believes that in our approach to public policy, coverage and care, we can take important steps to advance more equitable access, treatment and health outcomes for everyone.
To The Point
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04/18/2022
OP-ED — How to End the Maternal Health Crisis
In a MedPage Today op-ed, ACHP and NPWF call for health care industry and federal action on the maternal health crisis and associated inequities. -
10/18/2021
INFOGRAPHIC – Medicare Advantage Enrollment Growing Among Non-White Beneficiaries, But Data is Sparse
A recent analysis of CMS data indicates that, while non-white beneficiaries are increasingly choosing Medicare Advantage, MA plans significantly under report for non-white racial/ethnic groups on HEDIS and CAHPS measures. -
10/07/2021
BLOG — The Way Forward: Partnering to Raise the Bar on Maternal Health
ACHP member plans are deeply committed to improving maternal health, building on decades of investments they have made in their communities. -
08/01/2021
FACT SHEET — Advancing Equity in Maternal Health Care Delivery
ACHP and its members champion policies that reduce disparities that advance equity in maternal health care delivery. -
08/18/2021
BLOG — Community Health Plans Offer No-Cost Benefits to Consumers During Pandemic
ACHP’s nonprofit health plans offered additional benefits at no cost to consumers to combat the adverse impacts of COVID-19.
Deep Dive
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04/19/2022
POLICY POSITIONING — Advancing Health Equity
ACHP's policy paper outlines how policy changes can address inequities in the health system and advance health equity. -
08/19/2021
WHITE PAPER — Framework for Advancing Health Equity: ACHP’s Action Loops
This framework demonstrates how a holistic approach with interventions across all the action loops is necessary to improve health equity. -
08/19/2021
CASE STUDY — Health Equity Loops in Action
These case studies highlight how ACHP members are advancing health equity by addressing equity on all action loops. -
08/09/2021
BLOG — Improving Equitable Access to Care for Seniors: Congress, CMS Need to Quickly Act on Audio-Only Risk Adjustment
ACHP urges CMS to include audio-only encounters in Medicare Advantage risk adjustment, to ensure vulnerable seniors retain access to care.