Health care reform: what it means for North Carolina's hospitals.

What Is Next for Behavioral Health in Managed Care?

North Carolina's Medicaid reform plan legislation will continue the state's behavioral health care system of local management entities and managed care organizations for 4 years after the implementation of the 1115 waiver. Policymakers have options, including staying the course, but they must be deliberate and thoughtful in their decisions.

North Carolina's preparation for gaining the benefits and meeting the requirements of national health care reform.

Passage and signing of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) have not ended the debate about the best way to guarantee access to affordable health care. While the debate continues, the responsibilities of US states to implement the provisions of the ACA remain a reality, pending congressional action or court decisions to the contrary.

Rural health care: redefining access.

The population and demographics of rural America are shifting once again. As our nation's unprecedented health care reform unfolds, it is becoming clear that rural communities have unique strengths, and capitalizing on these strengths can position them well for this health care transformation. Equally important are the distinct challenges that--with careful planning, attention, and resources--c...

An Evaluation of North Carolina's Small-group Health Insurance

The professional liability insurance crisis and the future health of North Carolina's hospitals.