Improving Data, Enhancing Enrollment: Florida Covering Kids & Families CHIPRA Data System

Area of Science:

• Public Health
• Health Services Research
• Health Policy

Background:

• Florida has the second-highest number of uninsured children in the U.S., with over 500,000 affected.
• Florida Covering Kids & Families (FL-CKF) aims to increase enrollment and retention in Florida KidCare, the state's Children's Health Insurance Program.
• Effective outreach and data management are crucial for addressing childhood uninsurance.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the effectiveness of outreach strategies for enrolling and retaining children in Florida KidCare.
• To assess the success of statewide enrollment and retention efforts through a dedicated data system.
• To leverage data for improving the efficacy of health insurance outreach programs.

Main Methods:

• A data system was developed using Checkbox survey systems for standardized data entry.
• Community and school partners submit monthly data on Florida KidCare applications via a secure interface.
• The system ensures uniform data format and completion of vital fields, transmitting data for timely application determination.

Main Results:

• The data system enables FL-CKF to identify successful outreach strategies and areas needing modification.
• Feedback is provided to community outreach partners, facilitating follow-up with families.
• Data analysis supports informed decision-making to enhance enrollment and retention rates.

Conclusions:

• Implementing data collection systems is beneficial for organizations assisting uninsured children.
• Monitoring project efficacy allows for strategic modifications to outreach and enrollment processes.
• Data-driven approaches enhance the effectiveness of programs aimed at increasing health insurance coverage for children.