Population Health Branch

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Population Health Branch within the Division of Quality and Population Health ensures that the Medicaid population has access to quality services and resources to improve health outcomes of the entire population it serves.

The Population Health Branch focuses on increasing collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to help increase Medicaid members’ access to care and improve their overall health outcomes.

​​Community Health Work​​ers

Community Health Worker services will be billable beginning July 1, 2023.  For more information, please review the following materials:

Presentation Slides​


For any questions or concerns, please contact the Population Health Branch.  

June 2026 Health Observances

Learn about brain health and ways to support people living with Alzheimer’s disease. This page shares information about memory loss, warning signs, and steps you can take to help keep your brain healthy.

Find easy-to-understand information about cataracts, a common eye condition that can make vision cloudy. Learn about symptoms, treatment options, and the importance of regular eye exams.​

Explore tips to help men stay healthy at every age. This website covers preventive care, healthy habits, screenings, and ways to improve physical and mental well-being.

Learn about myasthenia gravis, a disease that causes muscle weakness and tiredness. This page provides education, support resources, and information for individuals and families affected by the condition.

Discover information about aphasia, a condition that affects a person's ability to speak, understand, read, or write. Learn about causes, treatment, and ways to support communication.

Learn about congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV), a common virus that can affect babies before birth. This website offers information about prevention, symptoms, testing, and family support resources.

Find simple ideas to improve health and wellness during the workday. Learn about healthy eating, physical activity, stress management, and other habits that support overall well-being.​

Learn more about migraines and other headache disorders that can affect daily life. This website shares information about symptoms, treatment options, and ways to manage and prevent headaches.

Explore practical tips to help keep yourself and your family safe. Topics include preventing injuries, staying safe at home and work, and making healthy choices every day. 

Learn about scleroderma, a rare disease that affects the skin and other parts of the body. This page provides information about symptoms, treatment, research, and support resources.

Find information about scoliosis, a condition that causes the spine to curve. Learn about signs to watch for, treatment options, and the importance of early detection.

Learn about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and how it can affect thoughts, feelings, and daily life after a traumatic event. This website offers educational materials, treatment information, and resources for support and recovery.