Recent Changes in Dutch Health Insurance

January 1, 2009 | Report

In 2006 the Netherlands implemented a new health insurance system that requires all citizens to buy health insurance from a regulated insurance company of their choice insurers must accept all applicants the government subsidizes children and low-income families. This paper analyzes the new Dutch system and considers whether it might serve as a model for the U.S. The author emphasizes some of the major differences between the Netherlands and the U.S., including the extensive role of the Dutch government in regulating the health sector and the egalitarian tradition in Dutch social policies.

Forces Driving Implementation of the CAHPS Clinician & Group Survey

March 26, 2013 | Issue Brief

Forces Driving Implementation of the CAHPS® Clinician & Group Survey is part of a suite of resources on patient experience designed by AF4Q to assist community health collaboratives.

The Slowdown in Health Care Spending in 2009-11 Reflected Factors Other Than the Weak Economy and Thus may Persist

May 6, 2013 | Journal Article

This study examines two factors that might account for slower health spending: job loss and benefit changes that shifted more costs to insured people.

Advancing Primary Care

August 9, 2012 | Report

New insights into the inner workings of America's primary care practices, including areas of strength and critical areas for growth.

Findings from Massachusetts Health Reform: Lessons for Other States

December 1, 2012 | Journal Article

This paper analyzes the effect of the Massachusetts health care reform on reported health care utilization and outcomes by both synthesizing the existing research and providing new evidence using the National Health Interview Survey.

Integrating Health and Health Care: Richard Umbdenstock Q&A

Richard Umbdenstock, president and chief executive officer of the American Hospital Association, discusses the trend toward greater integration between public health and health care.

RWJF Anthologies

September 17, 2012 | Book

This book series provides an in-depth look into the Foundation's work improving the nation's health and health care.

How Can Early Treatment of Serious Mental Illness Improve Lives and Save Money?

March 26, 2013 | Issue Brief

Early treatment and intervention for mental illness can improve lives and lower related health care costs.

Supplemental Coverage Associated With More Rapid Spending Growth for Medicare Beneficiaries

May 6, 2013 | Journal Article

This is the first empirical study to investigate whether supplemental Medicare coverage is associated with higher rates of spending growth over time.

The Oregon Experiment--Effects of Medicaid on Clinical Outcomes

May 2, 2013 | Journal Article

Major benefits seen from this Medicaid expansion trial—improved health and well-being; reduced financial strain.