Health Conditions, Utilization, and Expenditures of Children in Foster Care

Health Conditions, Utilization, and Expenditures of Children in Foster Care

Published: Sep 19, 2000
Publisher: Cambridge, MA: Mathematica Policy Research
Download
Authors

Margo Rosenbach

Kimball Lewis

Brian Quinn

Examines the health care experiences of foster care children enrolled in Medicaid, including their demographic characteristics, diagnosed health conditions, and patterns of utilization and expenditures. Finds that they accounted for a disproportionate share of Medicaid expenditures, had discontinuities in Medicaid coverage, and had high rates of mental health and substance abuse conditions.

How do you apply evidence?

Take our quick four-question survey to help us curate evidence and insights that serve you.

Take our survey