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Summary
A novel health maintenance organization (HMO) was established in 1983 to serve Minneapolis's Medicaid population. This innovative approach successfully addressed indigent care needs and improved hospital finances.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Healthcare Management
- Health Policy
Background:
- Minneapolis faced challenges with indigent care and hospital financial stability.
- A significant Medicaid population presented both a need and an opportunity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate a non-traditional partnership between a teaching hospital and county government.
- To assess the effectiveness of a health maintenance organization (HMO) in serving a Medicaid population.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of a county-government-sponsored health maintenance organization (HMO).
- Targeting the county's large Medicaid population for enrollment and services.
Main Results:
- The health maintenance organization (HMO) successfully served the county's Medicaid population.
- The initiative proved to be a financially sound solution for the hospital.
Conclusions:
- The collaborative approach between a teaching hospital and county government was effective.
- Health maintenance organizations (HMOs) can be a viable strategy for managing indigent care and improving financial performance.