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The Commonwealth Fund: 5 Reasons Why Community Health Centers Are Becoming Medical Homes
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- The Affordable Care Act may significantly increase the demand for services offered by safety-net providers.
- Helps health centers meet their clients’ care needs in a more coordinated, effective way.
- Better preparation to undertake quality improvement activities, which can improve health outcomes and lower costs.
- Improves access to behavioral health services and dental care
- Can provide access to the nonmedical services that many low-income people need, such as transportation, nutritious food, and supportive housing.
Source: The Commonwealth Fund, September 25, 2015
Source URL: http://www.commonwealthfund.org/publications/lists/community...
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