Thursday, May 31, 2012
According to a new survey by the California HealthCare Foundation, most Medi-Cal enrollees have a favorable view of this essential health coverage program. However, barriers to access and enrollment exist. If upheld by the Supreme Court, the Affordable Care Act could add two to three million people to the Medi-Cal program, potentially exacerbating the issues raised by enrollees.
CHCF hosted a Sacramento briefing that explored the results of this survey of more than 1,000 Medi-Cal enrollees — the largest of its kind. Presenters examined the experiences and attitudes of enrollees to illuminate where the program excels and where improvement is needed. They considered implications of the findings for state lawmakers and program officials who are considering ways to slow the growth of Medi-Cal spending as they prepare to integrate millions of new enrollees. A series of short videos offered individuals' reflections on their experiences with Medi-Cal.
Agenda
00:00 -- Welcome and Overview: Chris Perrone, deputy director, Health Reform and Public Programs Initiative, CHCF
10:35 -- Introduction of Speakers and Micro-documentaries: Jamie D. Brooks, program officer, Health Reform and Public Programs Initiative, CHCF
17:22 -- Presentation of Survey Findings: Tresa Undem, partner, Lake Research Partners
48:50 -- Reactor Panel:
• Elizabeth Landsberg, director of legislative advocacy, Western Center for Law and Poverty
• Len Finocchio, associate director, California Department of Health Care Services
1:05:46 -- Discussion
1:35:01 -- Closing Comments
The presentation slides and a press release are available below. The complete survey report and the videos featured at the event are available here.
Document Downloads
Sacramento Briefing Slides — Medi-Cal at a Crossroads: What Enrollees Say About the Program (1.92 MB) [ Ссылка ]
Related CHCF Pages: [ Ссылка ]

Press Release 5/31/12: [ Ссылка ]

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