NY Health Equity Reform waiver approved

On January 9, 2024, New York State announced the approval of an amendment to its Medicaid 1115 Waiver. The State’s intent is to use investments in Medicaid to address disparities and reach greater health equity. Resources and information are linked below.

Governor Hochul’s announcement of the approval

Federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services announcement

Full waiver document, as posted on Medicaid.gov

NYS Department of Health overview webinar, recorded February 2024

Rockefeller Institute of Government overview

Helgerson Solutions Group resources page

Politico article, 1/16/24

Health Management Associates overview webinar