Oregon Medicaid Meal Program Reduces Hospital Costs, Study Finds

A study of Oregon's Medicaid program found that providing medically tailored meals to high-need beneficiaries reduced health care costs and hospital utilization. The program targeted members with complex health conditions and food insecurity. Results showed measurable reductions in emergency department visits and inpatient admissions among participants. The findings support growing state interest in addressing social determinants of health through Medicaid managed care benefits.

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