Health Affairs September 22, 2024
Health is a fundamental human right, according to the World Health Organization, and achieving health equity means ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential for health and well-being.¹ UnitedHealthcare National Health Equity Advisory Board’s recent whitepaper, “The Medicaid program and its role in advancing health equity through consumer engagement” examines the role of consumer engagement in improving health equity.
Consumer engagement
Consumer engagement is an impactful strategy for identifying challenges and opportunities within the health care system, promoting more equitable health policies and fostering trust between consumers and care providers. Medicaid members, who are often the most affected by Medicaid policy changes, offer valuable insights into how these policies impact their lives and communities. Leveraging...