https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner Healthcare consulting insights on managed care, CalAIM, value-based payment, behavioral health, and health equity from the Carenodes team. en contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) contact@carenodeshub.com (Carenodes) https://carenodeshub.com/assets/carenodes-logo-black.png https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:10:43 GMT 60 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/managed-care-business-models-101-digital-therapeutics-amp-health-technology https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/managed-care-business-models-101-digital-therapeutics-amp-health-technology An exploration of how digital therapeutics and health technology companies are navigating managed care business models, contracting strategies, and value-based payment arrangements. contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) Managed Care Thu, 21 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0800 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/exploring-the-impact-of-enhanced-care-management-and-community-support-services-in-california https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/exploring-the-impact-of-enhanced-care-management-and-community-support-services-in-california A deep dive into how ECM and Community Supports services under CalAIM are transforming care delivery for high-need Medi-Cal members across California. contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) ECM Mon, 05 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0800 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/value-based-payment-models-in-behavioral-health-state-innovations-and-outcomes https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/value-based-payment-models-in-behavioral-health-state-innovations-and-outcomes An analysis of how states are implementing value-based payment models in behavioral health, with lessons from early adopters and implications for California. contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) VBP Mon, 08 Apr 2024 08:00:00 -0700 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/dashboards-breastfeeding-intention-and-duration-indicators https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/dashboards-breastfeeding-intention-and-duration-indicators How data dashboards tracking breastfeeding intention and duration can inform maternal health programs and value-based care strategies. contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) Data Fri, 24 May 2024 08:00:00 -0700 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/pioneering-progress-carenodes-strategy-for-advancing-health-equity-through-data-partnerships-and-calaim https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/pioneering-progress-carenodes-strategy-for-advancing-health-equity-through-data-partnerships-and-calaim How Carenodes is leveraging data partnerships and CalAIM's infrastructure to advance health equity for underserved communities in California. contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) Health Equity Wed, 20 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0700 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/dhcs-quarterly-enhanced-care-management-and-community-supports-report-insights-and-future-directions https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/dhcs-quarterly-enhanced-care-management-and-community-supports-report-insights-and-future-directions Key findings from DHCS's quarterly Enhanced Care Management and Community Supports report, with analysis of trends and implications for managed care plans and providers. contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) ECM Fri, 15 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0700 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/calaim-budget-estimator-tool-a-budget-template-for-community-based-organizations-considering-calaim-contracting https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/calaim-budget-estimator-tool-a-budget-template-for-community-based-organizations-considering-calaim-contracting A practical budget template and financial modeling framework for community-based organizations evaluating CalAIM Enhanced Care Management and Community Supports contracting opportunities. contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) CalAIM Mon, 04 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0800 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/strategies-for-funding-school-mental-health-services-braided-and-blended-funding https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/strategies-for-funding-school-mental-health-services-braided-and-blended-funding A comprehensive guide to braided and blended funding strategies for school mental health services, including Medi-Cal, LCFF, ESSER, and other funding streams. contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) Mental Health Tue, 27 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0800 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/navigating-the-landscape-of-youth-mental-health-hospitalizations-in-california https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/navigating-the-landscape-of-youth-mental-health-hospitalizations-in-california An analysis of youth mental health hospitalization trends in California, including drivers of utilization, system capacity challenges, and strategies for reducing avoidable inpatient stays. contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) Mental Health Thu, 22 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0800 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/bridging-healthcare-and-education-a-new-frontier-for-mental-health-services https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/bridging-healthcare-and-education-a-new-frontier-for-mental-health-services How school-based health centers, Medi-Cal billing in schools, and integrated care models are creating new opportunities to deliver mental health services where young people already are. contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) Mental Health Tue, 13 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0800 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/a-managed-care-resource-navigating-legal-complexities-in-healthcare https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/a-managed-care-resource-navigating-legal-complexities-in-healthcare A practical guide to the legal frameworks governing managed care contracting, including ERISA preemption, state insurance law, network adequacy requirements, and dispute resolution. contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) Managed Care Mon, 11 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0800 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/7i52cj7wdeo6fzw8jsxsjxvvkazo4f https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/7i52cj7wdeo6fzw8jsxsjxvvkazo4f An analysis of California's historic Medi-Cal provider rate increases, their implications for access to care, and what managed care plans and providers need to know about implementation. contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) Medicaid Wed, 06 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0800 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/navigating-new-paths-in-healthcare-understanding-kentuckys-any-willing-provider-statutes-wden8 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/navigating-new-paths-in-healthcare-understanding-kentuckys-any-willing-provider-statutes-wden8 How Kentucky's Any Willing Provider statutes reshape healthcare access and challenge traditional HMO network exclusivity — with lessons for managed care organizations operating in AWP states. contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) Managed Care Wed, 29 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0800 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/financial-benefits-of-doulas-for-hospitals-with-capitated-contracts-tb6s8 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/financial-benefits-of-doulas-for-hospitals-with-capitated-contracts-tb6s8 The financial case for doula programs in hospitals operating under capitated managed care contracts — including the evidence base, ROI calculation, and equity dimensions. contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) Maternity Care Wed, 29 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0800 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/embracing-a-new-era-in-senior-care-insights-from-alex-yarijanian-at-health-20 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/embracing-a-new-era-in-senior-care-insights-from-alex-yarijanian-at-health-20 Key insights from Alex Yarijanian's Health 2.0 Conference presentation on the future of senior care, digital health innovation, and value-based payment models for older adults. contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) Senior Care Mon, 27 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0800 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/empowering-families-transforming-futures https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/empowering-families-transforming-futures How family-centered care models, community health workers, and social determinants of health interventions are transforming outcomes for high-need families in managed care. contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) Community Health Mon, 20 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0800 https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/introducing-the-care-map-tool https://carenodeshub.com/thought-corner/introducing-the-care-map-tool An introduction to the Care MAP Tool — a framework for mapping managed care payer landscapes, identifying contracting opportunities, and navigating the routes to sustainable revenue. contact@carenodeshub.com (Alex Yarijanian) CalAIM Mon, 06 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0800