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All rights reserved. 2014https://mathematica.org/-/media/internet/logo.png?h=68&w=208Mathematica Policy Research All Publications and News RSS Feedhttp://www.mathematica-mpr.com/60{FA2F5EBC-E673-4CAE-B4BD-2C4F40F3585A}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/small-independent-primary-care-practices-serving-socially-vulnerable-urban-populationsSmall Independent Primary Care Practices Serving Socially Vulnerable Urban PopulationsThis mixed methods study sought to describe the extent to which family physicians in urban communities serve socially vulnerable patients and to better understand their practices, their challenges, and the structural supports that could facilitate their patient care.Mon, 25 Mar 2024 16:40:00 Z{5E1FA869-BCB1-4931-AD6F-BDE6DB11BCD0}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/medical-worker-migration-and-origin-country-human-capitalMedical Worker Migration and Origin-Country Human Capital: Evidence from U.S. Visa PolicyWe exploit changes in U.S. visa policies for nurses to measure the origin-country human capital response to international migration opportunities.Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z{4565B8CB-6C9B-41F5-9569-8C4EF5643B04}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/report-to-congress-best-practices-in-the-money-follows-the-person-demonstrationReport to Congress—Best Practices in the Money Follows the Person DemonstrationThis Report to Congress is organized by eight best practice areas and focuses on the 34 MFP grantee states active in 2022. For each best practice, this report identifies effective state strategies and features case studies of distinctive state approaches.Tue, 12 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z{59A742E3-5D9E-4D02-97B5-D660C5AE657B}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/beyond-the-bill-comparing-price-and-quality-at-houston-area-hospitalsBeyond the Bill: Comparing Price and Quality at Houston Area HospitalsThis issue brief examines negotiated prices released by Blue Cross Blue Shield Texas (BCBSTX) and Aetna to compare the price of inpatient and outpatient services at Houston area hospitals. In addition, we compare these prices to hospital quality metrics reported in other government sources.Mon, 11 Mar 2024 18:17:00 Z{7071EFDE-9C98-421F-8C02-4DE3C16D84FA}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/researching-provider-solutions-in-florida-executive-summaryResearching Provider Solutions in Florida—Executive SummaryThis executive summary describes the final report of the Researching Provider Solutions project. FDDC hired Mathematica in January 2023 to conduct the project, which included an environmental scan of relevant literature, an online survey, interviews, and a work group—to examine how Floridians with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families experience direct care.Fri, 08 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z{CF89B2E8-DF40-4C77-AE39-71C0C3E1BC92}https://www.mathematica.org/en/news/an-innovative-plan-to-improve-primary-care-gets-a-two-year-evaluationAn Innovative Plan to Improve Primary Care Gets a Two-Year EvaluationMathematica releases results from its evaluation of the second year of CMS’ Primary Care First payment model.Tue, 05 Mar 2024 21:38:00 Z{2D9B6F6F-0A0D-404A-81CD-F2E11B16264F}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/staffing-models-to-support-service-deliveryStaffing Models to Support Service DeliveryThe practice brief outlines strategies for Subminimum Wage to Competitive Integrated Employment (SWTCIE) projects to create staffing models that support service delivery for people with disabilities. It summarizes results from interviews with staff from four SWTCIE projects (California, Georgia, Illinois, and Virginia) held in October 2023.Mon, 26 Feb 2024 18:05:00 Z{120AC479-754A-4452-B3A9-A18F9366E2A9}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/primary-care-first-model-evaluation-of-the-second-performance-yearPrimary Care First Model Evaluation of the Second Performance Year (2022): Findings at a GlanceThis is a summary of findings from Mathematica’s independent evaluation of the second year of Primary Care First, an alternative payment model that seeks to enhance primary care and move practitioners toward value-based payments.Mon, 26 Feb 2024 15:16:00 Z{A814D9CB-46D5-4E70-A4DF-65D35A6684E8}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/evaluation-of-the-primary-care-first-model-second-annual-reportEvaluation of the Primary Care First Model: Second Annual ReportThis report presents findings from Mathematica’s independent evaluation of the second year of the Primary Care First model. The model is a continuation of CMS’ efforts to enhance primary care and move primary care practitioners toward value-based payment.Mon, 26 Feb 2024 15:00:00 Z{4FCBFBFE-E1B1-4EDA-9EE9-DA06215BD91A}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/researching-provider-solutions-in-florida-environmental-scanResearching Provider Solutions in Florida - Environmental ScanMathematica, in partnership with the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council (FDDC), conducted an environmental scan to review literature and relevant websites to identify strategies and ideas to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families recruit and retain direct care workers.Mon, 26 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z{8907E62E-1364-47AE-95EC-099EAD5FDCB1}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/researching-provider-solutions-in-florida-final-reportResearching Provider Solutions in Florida - Final ReportThis report describes the methods, findings, and recommendations of the Researching Provider Solutions project. The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council (FDDC) contracted with Mathematica in January 2023 to conduct the project, which included multiple work streams—an environmental scan of relevant literature, a web-based survey, interviews, and a work group—to understand the direct care experiences of Floridians with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.Mon, 26 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z{22E7A759-3D46-4FDD-B89F-FF1D8D6CAD9E}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/unlocking-the-power-of-city-dataUnlocking the Power of City Data: Transforming American Rescue Plan Investments to Improve Residents’ LivesNew analysis shows Bloomberg Philanthropies What Works Cities Certified cities are better-positioned to maximize federal funding.Fri, 23 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z{5A9D1FBB-71E7-4A53-BCB9-060B216D7B8A}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/engaging-people-with-disabilities-and-lived-experienceEngaging People with Disabilities and Lived ExperienceThe practice brief outlines strategies for Subminimum Wage to Competitive Integrated Employment (SWTCIE) projects to engage people with disabilities and lived experience. It summarizes results from interviews with staff from three SWTCIE projects (Connecticut, New York, and Pennsylvania) held in November 2023.Wed, 21 Feb 2024 17:44:00 Z{0436DFD2-34E9-48B9-AEB9-372B3F553F74}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/liberia-energy-project-findings-from-the-the-pipeline-sub-activityLiberia Energy Project: Findings from the Final Evaluation of the Pipeline Sub-ActivityThis final evaluation report presents findings from a performance evaluation of the Water Pipeline Sub-Activity, under which MCC funded construction of a raw water transmission pipeline to upgrade and replace the pre-war pipeline infrastructure. Thu, 15 Feb 2024 14:50:25 Z{1B40D3B0-C0BB-40FB-BB04-D0E6F71AC371}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/the-early-care-and-education-leadership-study-excels-measure-administration-and-scoring-guideThe Early Care and Education Leadership Study (ExCELS) Measure: Administration and Scoring GuideThe Early Care and Education Leadership Study (ExCELS) featured a descriptive study that formed the foundation for developing a new leadership measure in center-based early care and education settings. This guide provides information on the administration and scoring of the ExCELS measure.Thu, 15 Feb 2024 13:16:04 Z{16BB2AD8-B774-4F92-AAE2-5C70892819A7}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/evaluation-of-the-liberia-compacts-mt-coffee-hydropower-plantEvaluation of the Liberia Compact’s Mt. Coffee Hydropower Plant Rehabilitation and Capacity Building and Sector ReformThis final evaluation report presents findings from a performance evaluation of the MCC-funded Liberia Energy Sector Project, which included rehabilitation of the Mount Coffee Hydropower Plant, strengthening the electricity utility’s capacity, and establishing an independent regulator. Thu, 15 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z{B24C57D1-5511-432D-9D22-EA0521C6538A}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/liberia-energy-project-findings-from-the-final-evaluationLiberia Energy Project: Findings from the Final Evaluation of the Liberia Electricity Corporation Training ActivityThis final evaluation report presents findings from a performance evaluation of the MCC-funded Liberia Electricity Company Training Activity, a workforce development initiative designed to improve the skills and capacity of Liberia’s electricity utility staff.Thu, 15 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z{6AD90EF8-7024-448B-AC9D-E42D888B177E}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/measuring-leadership-in-early-care-and-educationMeasuring Leadership in Early Care and Education: The Early Care and Education Leadership Study (ExCELS) MeasureThe ExCELS descriptive study analyzed data from 110 early care and education (ECE) centers that received funding from Head Start, the Child Care and Development Fund, or both and varied in number of children enrolled. The data supported psychometric analyses to create a new ECE leadership measure. Wed, 14 Feb 2024 22:44:02 Z{CCD243AF-7063-41AE-A51C-2486AFDAAA53}https://www.mathematica.org/en/news/mathematicas-e-w-framework-website-wins-silver-anthem-awardMathematica’s E-W Framework Website Wins Silver Anthem AwardMathematica’s Education to Workforce Indicator Framework website has received a Silver Anthem Award in the Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion/Research Projects and Publications category.Wed, 14 Feb 2024 22:11:00 Z{B5758473-7A3B-4EA9-9E3F-D2DECE665A75}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/early-care-and-education-leadership-study-excels-data-usersEarly Care and Education Leadership Study (ExCELS) Data User’s GuideThe Early Care and Education Leadership Study (ExCELS) featured a descriptive study that formed the foundation for developing a new leadership measure in center-based early care and education settings. This user’s guide provides information on the ExCELS descriptive study restricted-use data files.Wed, 14 Feb 2024 21:55:55 Z{C0DAFDF4-D9F1-44B5-88EF-122D83365833}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/not-much-bang-for-the-buckNot Much Bang for the Buck: Implementing a Pre Paid Incentive on a National Survey of Disability BeneficiariesThis brief presents findings from a random assignment experiment to test the effect of offering a prepaid incentive of $2 to National Beneficiary Survey sample members. Overall, the prepaid incentive increased the survey completion rate by 1.6 percentage points. Wed, 14 Feb 2024 16:35:00 Z{800F85FB-0603-4C94-900E-96F05BDB458E}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/regional-partnership-grants-cross-site-evaluationRegional Partnership Grants Cross-Site Evaluation: Annual Report, October 2022–September 2023The annual report describes the major activities and accomplishments from October 2022 through September 2023 for Mathematica’s contract to conduct the cross-site evaluation and provide technical assistance (TA) for the fifth, sixth, and seventh cohorts of the Regional Partnership Grants (RPG).Mon, 12 Feb 2024 21:03:00 Z{725FD3E9-600B-4FF0-86F0-3837513D6237}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/culturally-responsive-math-instructionHelping Teachers Implement Culturally Responsive Practices During Math InstructionCulturally responsive teaching helps meet the needs of students and provides opportunities to make math more interesting. We provide tips for teachers, publishers, and administrators to enhance math instruction and address classroom dynamics to make math more culturally responsive.Mon, 12 Feb 2024 18:24:00 Z{8DBE6C23-A241-4286-81F0-79151B2D4B18}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/seven-questions-to-consider-about-teacher-apprenticeship-programsSeven Questions to Consider About Teacher Apprenticeship ProgramsThis infographic from the Regional Education Laboratory (REL) Central includes seven questions states that are interested in implementing teacher apprenticeship programs might consider.Fri, 09 Feb 2024 21:08:14 Z{F0DBACE7-38B7-4F29-A548-96F75F5FFE72}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/modifying-the-dialectical-behavior-therapy-mindfulness-curriculumModifying the Dialectical Behavior Therapy Mindfulness Curriculum Implemented with Transition-Age Youth and Young Adults in Foster CareThis brief describes the process of modifying the mindfulness curriculum that is part of each dialectical behavior therapy module within the Youth Transitions Partnership for transition-age youth and young adults who are in foster care in Alameda County, California.Thu, 08 Feb 2024 17:35:43 Z{36516FE4-A9C8-4C75-9E85-BFC22247B16E}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/opioid-use-among-social-security-disability-insurance-applicantsOpioid Use Among Social Security Disability Insurance ApplicantsUsing an innovative machine-learning method, this study is the first to provide statistics on opioid use among Social Security Disability Insurance applicants.Wed, 07 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z{78061CD7-3D99-4EBD-9DFF-ED7A78E97FC6}https://www.mathematica.org/en/news/ngan-macdonald-to-lead-new-health-data-offeringNgan MacDonald to Lead Mathematica&#39;s New Health Data Offering<br/>Mathematica announced today that health data expert Ngan MacDonald has joined the company as the director of its latest high-quality health data solution.Tue, 06 Feb 2024 18:11:00 Z{1A87B5FF-13A8-413A-A704-37AEF9378A16}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/guide-for-staff-with-research-or-analytical-responsibilitiesGuide for Staff with Research or Analytical Responsibilities: Advancing Equity through Quantitative AnalysisThis guide explores opportunities to advance equity in quantitative analysis, including by recognizing common biases (e.g., research and measurement bias) and discussing specific quantitative methods and tools to help quantitative analyses address equity.Mon, 05 Feb 2024 21:17:15 Z{9E22A38C-D229-43FA-96C6-176EE8444242}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/integrated-appeals-and-grievances-demonstration-in-new-york-beneficiary-experience-researchIntegrated Appeals &amp; Grievances Demonstration in New York: Beneficiary Experience ResearchA summary of research results about how beneficiaries dually eligible for full Medicare and Medicaid benefits experienced the Integrated Appeals and Grievances (A&G) demonstration in New York.Sun, 28 Jan 2024 18:09:00 Z{78B0D926-0C3E-4BBE-9F8C-65E2BC91651F}https://www.mathematica.org/en/news/new-data-enhances-hospital-cost-toolNew Data Enhances Hospital Cost ToolNew data representing $36 billion in hospital net income from the most recent reporting year is now included in the Hospital Cost Tool, a dashboard created through a partnership between Mathematica, the National Academy for State Health Policy, and Rice University’s Baker Institute.Thu, 25 Jan 2024 19:14:00 Z{0B845C5E-A92D-438F-88FA-4682B6496392}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/engaging-14c-certificate-holders-to-increase-competitive-integrated-employmentEngaging 14(c) Certificate Holders to Increase Competitive Integrated EmploymentThis practice brief explores how Subminimum Wage to Competitive Integrated Employment (SWTCIE) projects engage 14(c) certificate holders to move workers from subminimum wage employment to competitive integrated employment. It summarizes results from interviews with staff from four SWTCIE projects (Indiana, Iowa, Ohio, and Texas) held in September 2023.Mon, 22 Jan 2024 19:27:00 Z{9E7095F8-DBA6-4AC9-986E-91FFDB2E9AA6}https://www.mathematica.org/en/news/mathematica-comments-on-proposed-rule-to-support-head-start-workforceMathematica Comments on Proposed Rule to Support Head Start WorkforceMathematica submitted comments to the Office of Head Start within the Administration for Children and Families on a proposed rule to revise the Head Start Program Performance Standards with the aim of stabilizing the Head Start workforce and improving service quality.Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z{F5C2E471-22EB-49D4-A44B-6E2522DEAF6D}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/pre-employment-transition-and-vocational-rehabilitation-servicesPre-Employment Transition and Vocational Rehabilitation Services: Experiences in Response to Vermont’s Work-Based Learning ProgramThis article describes variation in how high school students used services from the Vermont vocational rehabilitation agency and how a demonstration program emphasizing work-based learning experiences affected that use.Fri, 19 Jan 2024 15:10:00 Z{409A4769-5628-4A25-947E-57D9BD2A4FE2}https://www.mathematica.org/en/news/mark-thomas-joins-mathematica-as-vice-president-of-children-youth-and-families-divisionMark Thomas Joins Mathematica as Vice President of Strategy and Integration for Children, Youth, and Families DivisionMathematica welcomes Mark Thomas as vice president, strategy and integration, to our Children, Youth, and Families division. Thu, 18 Jan 2024 20:42:00 Z{8FBF5490-8A97-40BF-B36D-61D7EFC5995D}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/reaching-and-supporting-families-most-in-needReaching and Supporting Families Most in NeedThis brief describes how Head Start programs participating in REACH case studies identify and prioritize families, including those experiencing adversities, for recruitment and enrollment in Head Start; how they recruit, select, and enroll families, including those experiencing adversities, into Head Start; and how they maintain regular attendance and retain families in the program.Thu, 18 Jan 2024 19:26:00 Z{C5629B70-2939-489A-B2C3-0EDA49F1EA13}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/partnering-to-reach-and-support-families-with-the-greatest-needsPartnering to Reach and Support Families with the Greatest NeedsThis brief summarizes findings from Head Start REACH case studies to illustrate how programs partner with their community organizations to reach and support eligible families, including those experiencing adversities.Thu, 18 Jan 2024 18:59:00 Z{A38EBF60-AE9B-4D9E-B240-409064D77D26}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/selecting-families-with-the-greatest-needsSelecting Families with the Greatest NeedsThis brief details how Head Start programs develop and implement criteria and processes for selecting families for enrollment. We highlight how these processes are used to identify and select families with the greatest need, approaches that programs perceive as successful, and growth opportunities.Thu, 18 Jan 2024 18:22:00 Z{24082919-0FEB-4F13-A602-63926B11A699}https://www.mathematica.org/en/news/lessons-learned-from-five-years-of-identifying-and-addressing-health-related-social-needsLessons Learned from Five Years of Identifying and Addressing Health-Related Social NeedsThe Accountable Health Community Model released valuable insights that can help health care and community-based organizations identify and address health-related social needs.Thu, 11 Jan 2024 17:20:00 Z{3C306A02-A5E7-4C44-94B8-3E8694619D54}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/impacts-of-blended-learning-tutoring-models-on-math-achievement-after-covid-19Impacts of Blended Learning Tutoring Models on Math Achievement After COVID-19This study measures the impact of high-dosage blended learning tutoring during the 2021–2022 school year. These blended models alternated individual online math practice with student tutoring in small groups provided by an in-person or remote tutor.Wed, 10 Jan 2024 18:57:00 Z{8A6AE238-6776-4DA6-A5AC-0BBC2A018F68}https://www.mathematica.org/en/news/improving-work-and-family-outcomes-for-tanf-recipientsImproving Work and Family Outcomes for TANF RecipientsMathematica provided recommendations to improve measurement of employment and family stability outcomes for families that will participate in a new Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) pilot program.Wed, 10 Jan 2024 15:13:36 Z{247A6A56-FA09-485B-BE2D-CA2EB0563756}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/project-improve-one-pagerAbout Project IMPROVEThis one-page document shares information about Project IMPROVE and how state and local TANF agencies can get involved.Mon, 08 Jan 2024 18:36:00 Z{BAA1565E-9692-49F4-8F4A-31895225DF74}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/opportunities-to-address-and-prevent-intimate-partner-violence-among-children-youth-and-familiesOpportunities to Address and Prevent Intimate Partner Violence among Children, Youth, and Families through California’s Behavioral Health InitiativesThis policy brief describes opportunities and presents recommendations for California state government agencies and managed care plans to address intimate partner violence within California’s new and established behavioral health initiatives.Fri, 05 Jan 2024 19:09:00 Z{92B4D305-3AB7-4912-A911-084BFA91208E}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/development-of-diagnostic-quality-metrics-for-prosthetic-joint-infectionDevelopment of Diagnostic Quality Metrics for Prosthetic Joint InfectionAlthough well-accepted clinical practice guidelines exist for the diagnosis of prosthetic joint infection (PJI), little is known about the quality of PJI diagnosis. This paper describes the development process for clinical quality measures to provide insight into care gaps in the diagnosis of PJI.Thu, 04 Jan 2024 17:00:00 Z{42EC9196-FF50-4556-8764-6BD4A878DC25}https://www.mathematica.org/en/news/improving-public-well-being-together-in-2024Improving Public Well-Being Together in 2024Building on decades of mission-driven partnerships to advance public well-being, Mathematica is proud to announce a series of new projects for 2024 that will propel us on our journey to shaping an equitable and just world where evidence drives decisions for global impact.Thu, 04 Jan 2024 14:23:02 Z{E5777894-2796-470F-A2C4-FDE7F79755FA}https://www.mathematica.org/en/news/mathematica-awarded-69-million-cms-contract-to-enhance-medicaid-and-chip-qualityMathematica Awarded $69 Million CMS Contract to Enhance Medicaid and CHIP Quality and Support InnovationMathematica was selected to continue their support of the Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Quality Measurement and Improvement Program.Wed, 03 Jan 2024 19:40:00 Z{E86735B3-6D73-4B71-9236-E90C610FE8B8}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/a-cluster-randomized-controlled-trial-of-a-community-based-initiative-to-reduce-stunting-in-ruralA Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial of a Community-Based Initiative to Reduce Stunting in Rural IndonesiaWe evaluate the impacts of a $120 million project in Indonesia conducted between 2014 and 2018 that sought to reduce stunting through a combination of (1) community-driven development grants targeted at health and education outcomes, (2) training for health providers on infant and young child feeding and growth monitoring and (3) training for sanitarians on a local variation of community-led total sanitation.Tue, 02 Jan 2024 14:46:00 Z{4E021774-B25D-4150-8A40-BE9B128B5B78}https://www.mathematica.org/en/news/meeting-child-care-needs-in-tribal-nationsMeeting Child Care Needs in Tribal NationsMathematica provided recommendations to the Office of Child Care within the Administration for Children and Families for strengthening the Tribally-administered Child Care and Development Fund by making the program more collaborative, tailored, and accessible for Tribal communities.Tue, 02 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z{2AEACE5F-6183-43D8-A32B-E8AD25C4C8A4}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/lower-endoscopy-early-onset-and-average-onset-colon-cancer-among-medicaid-beneficiaries-withLower Endoscopy, Early-Onset and Average-Onset Colon Cancer Among Medicaid Beneficiaries With and Without HIV: A Cohort StudyStudies suggest a lower CRC risk and lower or similar CRC screening among PLWH compared to the general population. Mon, 01 Jan 2024 18:07:00 Z{ED30FC5F-9528-43CF-8610-8965DF9816D3}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/comparing-cancer-incidence-in-an-observational-cohort-of-medicaid-beneficiaries-with-and-without-hivComparing Cancer Incidence in an Observational Cohort of Medicaid Beneficiaries With and Without HIV, 2001-2015Life expectancy among people with HIV (PWH) is increasing, making chronic conditions—including cancer—increasingly relevant. Among PWH, cancer burden has shifted from AIDS-defining cancers (ADCs) toward non-AIDS-defining cancers (NADCs).Mon, 01 Jan 2024 13:03:00 Z{D14643C4-10EA-47B3-82D8-4F6678900F49}https://www.mathematica.org/en/publications/thousands-of-children-potentially-eligible-for-supplemental-security-income-arent-getting-itThousands of Children Potentially Eligible for Supplemental Security Income Aren’t Getting It: Medicaid Data Could Help Find ThemMedicaid data could help identify thousands of children with disabilities who are eligible for, but not receiving, government benefits. Sun, 31 Dec 2023 21:14:00 Z