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| Innovative collaboration links school physicals with Medicaid enrollment |
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Page 1 of 2 “This is a wonderful opportunity for us to improve the health status of young people and reach their families with valuable health insurance information,” explained Chris Allen, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Detroit Wayne County Health Authority. “This program represents a valuable collaboration between several health care and education organizations that will result in improved health status and access to health care.” The purpose of the Health Authority's school physical initiative is to improve the health and educational outcomes of youth, noted Faith Polk, Director of Community Outreach. Athletes are generally the only students who receive physical exams in schools. Offering physicals are the first step to introducing young people, and their families, to a medical home. Parents will be asked about their health insurance coverage when they approve the physical exam for their child. If they need Medicaid enrollment, Health Authority staff will assist with enrollment and referrals on the spot, according to Polk. |
