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Primary Prevention Of Preschool Children Through A Patient Centered Medical Home Approach, Joanna Dominick Apr 2012

Primary Prevention Of Preschool Children Through A Patient Centered Medical Home Approach, Joanna Dominick

Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)

Background: Data from the Colorado Health Department Child Health Survey (2010) confirmed particular needs for increased enrollment in Medicaid and Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+) and improved coordination of health services. Families in Adams County continue to face challenges and barriers in the Medicaid/CHP+ enrollment and retention process. Improved outreach at the local level is needed to improve access to these vital resources for children in Adams County.

Purpose: To ascertain whether a referral and tracking system in Adams County preschools will identify children with healthcare needs, improve access to the healthcare system from the preschool, and improve preventive care …