Medicaid’s Role in Addressing Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN)
Social and environmental factors — such as housing, transportation, education, and food security — can have profound impacts on our health. As the body of evidence linking social needs and health outcomes continues to grow, states have increasingly utilized section 1115 waivers to pilot innovative programs that address these factors. With states like Oregon, Arizona, and Arkansas paving the way, this strategic utilization of funds demonstrates that housing, along with other HRSN, is indeed a healthcare issue.
