Author Archives: Lawren E. Bercaw & Edith G. Walsh

About Lawren E. Bercaw & Edith G. Walsh

Edith G. Walsh, PhD, is a principal scientist and former director of the Aging, Disability and Long-Term Care program at RTI International, an independent, nonprofit research institute. She has conducted health services research since 1994, focused on the intersection of long-term services and supports and medical care needs. Much of her work involves evaluation of state and federal demonstrations designed to improve outcomes for Medicare-Medicaid dually eligible individuals. Prior to embarking on a research career, Dr. Walsh developed and administered home health and home care programs including HCBS programs and conducted clinical work as a registered nurse. Views expressed are the author’s and do not necessarily reflect those of RTI.

How to Reduce Medicaid HCBS Disparities Using an Assets Framework

By | June 8, 2021
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Long-term services and supports (LTSS) for older adults and persons with disabilities have become a policy priority. The American Rescue Plan and the proposed American Jobs Act aim to increase LTSS spending through the Medicaid program, particularly for Home- and Community-Based Services (HCBS). These measures would address the need for wider service availability, while presenting… Read More »