The committee welcomed new members and received updates regarding committee recruitment, legislative plans, and previous voting outcomes. Significant discussion focused on the selection of measures for the 2027 Challenge Pool, including an analysis of current and historical incentive measures and their impact on CCO quality incentives. Additionally, the committee reviewed the upcoming benchmark selection process and received a demonstration of the associated benchmark selection tool.
Apr 4, 2023·Board meeting
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The board meeting covered several critical updates and actions regarding state health policy. Key discussion points included updates on the Oregon Health Authority's interim leadership and budget, the implementation and communication strategies for the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency unwinding, and changes to SNAP benefits. The board also formally approved the Health Equity Committee charter and appointed a new member to the Cost Growth Target Advisory Committee. Other topics included the Basic Health Program Blueprint development, legislative updates regarding health equity and coordinated care organization payments, and a detailed implementation status update on the 1115 Medicaid demonstration waiver, specifically regarding funding and infrastructure protocols.
Apr 1, 2023·Board meeting
Oregon Health Policy Board Meeting
The board discussed several key topics including the status of the public health emergency unwinding and the implementation of Medicaid redetermination processes. The interim agency director provided an organizational update and outlined the recruitment timeline for the agency director position. The board voted to approve the Health Equity Committee charter and appointed a new member to the advisory committee on cost growth. Additionally, the meeting included discussions on strategies for communicating healthcare coverage changes to the public and the media to ensure accurate information dissemination.
Mar 7, 2023·Board meeting
Oregon Health Policy Board Meeting
The board discussed organizational updates, including leadership transitions and acknowledgment of staff accomplishments regarding health policy initiatives. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the administrative expenses of the Healthcare Provider Incentive Program, addressing the reasons for increased costs related to personnel, expanded contract workloads, and an intergovernmental agreement with the Oregon Office of Rural Health. The discussion also covered outreach strategies, site visit data, and efforts to improve workforce diversity and culturally responsive care. Additionally, the board reviewed upcoming agenda items, including the proposal for a new health equity quality metrics committee and the draft charter for the health equity committee.
