People dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid often experience more complex health issues and worse health outcomes than people eligible only for Medicare. These health disparities are often related to factors outside the health care system—including access to nutritious food, transportation, secure housing, social inclusion, and other social determinants of health (SDOH). To address SDOH, health plans serving dually eligible individuals may develop partnerships with community-based organizations (CBOs) to provide additional services, such as meal delivery, social engagement activities, and non-medical transportation.

Resources for Integrated Care, in collaboration with The SCAN Foundation, has developed a brief on key considerations for health plans interested in working with CBOs to address the social needs of their dually eligible members.

View the brief here

Disclaimer: This page contains technical assistance products from the Resources for Integrated Care website. All page information and materials are aimed at assisting providers and health plans in integrating and coordinating care for dually eligible beneficiaries.