Publications
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The Leaflet: States Don’t Need Certificate of Need Laws
Publication -The Leaflet -The Heartland Institute promotes GR's latest webinar on why states do not need certificate of need laws as well as showcasing the work from the week. -
States are about to be hit by a Medicaid Tidal Wave
Publication -Policy Studies -This report describes the fiscal burden states will face from anticipated Medicaid growth from the recession and congressional restrictions on enrollment control. -
RETURN TO NORMAL: Getting Our States Back to Work Quickly and Safely
Publication -Policy Tip Sheets -It is imperative that states reopen their economies before damage from the massive shutdowns becomes intractable. -
Congress’s Medicaid funding increase creates massive legal uncertainty for states during COVID-19 Crisis
Publication -Policy Studies -The report by the Foundation for Government Accountability shows how new funding could restrict states from running Medicaid as they see fit. -
Is Medicaid Expansion Worth It?
Publication -Policy Studies -The report reviews three economic studies to determine Medicaid expansion impact on mortality and health outcomes. -
Research & Commentary: New Series of Bills Would Open Up Telemedicine in Michigan
Publication -Research and Commentaries -In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines five new bills that have been proposed for the spring legislative session that would expand telemedicine in Michigan and bring needed clarity on how these services are defined and reimbursed. -
Policy Tip Sheet: Telehealth Could Bring Savings to Medicaid in Tennessee
Publication -Policy Tip Sheets -In this Policy Tip Sheet, Matthew Glans discusses how the use of telehealth can transform health care by making it more affordable and available. -
Competitor’s Veto: State Certificate of need Laws Violate State Prohibitions on Monopolies
Publication -Policy Studies -This paper reviews the constitutional issues involved with certificate of need laws and argues how such laws allow governments to establish monopolies. -
Research & Commentary: Florida Considers Expanding Role for Qualified Nurse Practitioners
Publication -Research and Commentaries -In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines a new bill in Florida that would expand the scope of practice of advanced practice registered nurses. -
Policy Tip Sheet: Telehealth Could Bring Savings to Medicaid
Publication -Policy Tip Sheets -In this Policy Tip Sheet, Matthew Glans examines a new bill that would expand access to telehealth through Colorado's community health centers by affirming that these services meet face-to-face requirements under Medicaid and should be reimbursed as such. -
Research & Commentary: There is No Such Thing as a Conservative Expansion of Medicaid
Publication -Research and Commentaries -In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans discusses Medicaid expansion and how states expanding with faux free-market reforms have failed to improve their Medicaid programs. -
Policy Tip Sheet: Tennessee Should Repeal or Reform Disruptive Certificate of Need Laws
Publication -Policy Tip Sheets -In this Policy Tip Sheet, Matthew Glans discusses how work requirements are desperately needed to ensure the long-term viability of Medicaid and keep costs under control. -
Research & Commentary: Washington State Continues Efforts to Expand Telemedicine
Publication -Research and Commentaries -In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines telemedicine in Washington State and how the state is working to expand the availability of telehealth providers. -
Research & Commentary: Medicaid Dominating State Budgets
Publication -Research and Commentaries -In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines a new study from the Pew Charitable Trusts has found that the states’ share of Medicaid spending has grown steadily over time and is taking up more and more of state revenue. -
Policy Tip Sheet: States Should Expand Direct Primary Care to Help Expand Availability of Primary Care
Publication -Policy Tip Sheets -In this Policy Tip Sheet, Matthew Glans discusses how direct primary care can be an effective tool toward revitalizing the U.S. primary health care system. -
Policy Tip Sheet: Dental Therapists are a Crucial Tool for Ending Washington’s Dental Health Shortage
Publication -Policy Tip Sheets -In this Policy Tip Sheet, Matthew Glans examines a new bill in Washington State that would permit dental therapists in Washington while setting new rules and requirements for licensure and the scope of practice for DTs. -
Research & Commentary: West Virginia Considers Ending Obtrusive Certificate of Need Laws
Publication -Research and Commentaries -In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines a new bill in West Virginia that would completely repeal the state’s CON laws and delete references to the certificate of need program throughout the state code. -
Research & Commentary: Medicaid Expansion is not the Only Way to Improve Medicaid in Kansas
Publication -Research and Commentaries -In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines the latest effort to expand Medicaid in Kansas and why Kansas lawmakers should consider other options. -
Research & Commentary: Michigan Continues Work on Unnecessary Certificate of Need Laws
Publication -Research and Commentaries -In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines four new bills that have been introduced in Michigan that would create exemptions to certificate of need review for many health care facilities. -
Policy Tip Sheet: Tobacco Harm Reduction 101: Indiana
Publication -Policy Tip Sheets -Analysis of the vaping industry in Indiana, including economic data, state health department findings on vaping-related lung illnesses, youth e-cigarette use, tobacco retail compliance checks, and state funding dedicated to tobacco control programs. -
Policy Tip Sheet: Tobacco Harm Reduction 101: Massachusetts
Publication -Policy Tip Sheets -Analysis of the vaping industry in Massachusetts, including economic data, state health department findings on vaping-related lung illnesses, youth e-cigarette use, tobacco retail compliance checks, and state funding dedicated to tobacco control programs. -
Policy Tip Sheet: Tobacco Harm Reduction 101: Alabama
Publication -Policy Tip Sheets -Analysis of the vaping industry in Alabama, including economic data, state health department findings on vaping-related lung illnesses, youth e-cigarette use, tobacco retail compliance checks, and state funding dedicated to tobacco control programs. -
Research & Commentary: Telemedicine Reform Moves Forward in Pennsylvania
Publication -Research and Commentaries -In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines a new proposal in Pennsylvania that would roll back many of the rules holding back the growth of telemedicine. -
Research & Commentary: Direct Primary Care Could Bring Savings and Quality to Missouri Medicaid
Publication -Research and Commentaries -In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines draft legislation in Missouri that would launch a pilot program that would allow Medicaid enrollees in certain Missouri counties to contract with physicians who practice direct primary care (DPC).
