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Scaling Continuity of Care: Overcoming Operational Roadblocks

Delivering personalized care requires more than good intentions; it demands efficient back-end systems and tech-forward structures. Here’s how Matrix Medical Network tackles key logistical challenges, such as scheduling, follow-ups and reporting. So our clinicians, a network of nurse practitioners and physician assistants, can focus on what they do best: delivering…

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Matrix Medical Network Earns Prestigious HITRUST r2 Certification for Its Platforms and Facilities

Matrix Medical Network (Matrix), a recognized leader in delivering high-quality, home-based health and care services, has earned certified status from HITRUST. This achievement demonstrates that our platforms and facilities have met rigorous regulatory compliance requirements and industry-defined standards, confirming that Matrix is effectively managing risk. The HITRUST r2 Certification places…

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The 12 Social Factors of Health: Why Health Plans Should Care

As healthcare evolves, so does the understanding of what affects a person’s health. While medical care is essential, social determinants of health (SDOH), such as economic stability, education, and access to healthcare, play a pivotal role in determining health outcomes.  With the growing emphasis on value-based…

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Podcast: How In-Home Assessments Drive Better Outcomes

Catherine Tabaka, Matrix Chief Executive Officer, and Dr. Michael Cantor, Matrix Chief Medical Officer recently recorded live at the Becker’s 3rd Annual Spring Payer Issues Roundtable. They discuss how, across our nation, Matrix Medical Network’s home-based health and care model addresses gaps in the healthcare system…

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Improving Care Coordination for Dual-Eligible Individuals: Strategies for Better Health Outcomes

For individuals who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid—commonly known as dual-eligibles—navigating the healthcare system can be daunting. These individuals often have multiple chronic conditions, require long-term care, and experience socioeconomic barriers that complicate their ability to access necessary services. Because they must interact with two distinct healthcare programs with…

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What is Care Coordination?

Care Coordination Is The Right Care at the Right Time In the Right Place Care coordination is a patient-centered approach that facilitates the seamless delivery of healthcare services across various providers, settings and levels of care. It involves the deliberate organization and management of patient care activities to ensure that…

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Introduction to Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Screening Tools

CMS has recently announced plans to extend SDOH screenings to outpatient settings, with voluntary reporting in 2025 and mandatory reporting beginning in 2026. Health plans that proactively adopt and implement SDOH screening tools across various care settings, including annual wellness visits and in-home healthcare visits, can gain significant advantages.

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