
FamilyCare’s Integrated Model of Care
Unlike traditional systems that separate mental and physical care (“carve-outs”), FamilyCare’s model streamlines services through unified claims, referrals, and authorizations.
This policy brief explains the -1 amendment to Senate Bill 609, which streamlines the legislation by using a CMS-approved payment method—the “average commercial rate”—to raise Medicaid reimbursement for primary care providers. The amendment aligns Oregon’s strategy with federal precedent and highlights how CMS has already approved similar changes nationwide to strengthen access, particularly in behavioral health and primary care.
Determinants of Health: Access to Healthcare, Medical Providers, Public Health, Socioeconomics
Unlike traditional systems that separate mental and physical care (“carve-outs”), FamilyCare’s model streamlines services through unified claims, referrals, and authorizations.
We’re proud to highlight the work of the Maurice Lucas Foundation (MLF)—a powerful example of how holistic, community-based intervention can transform the determinants of health for underserved youth.
This slide presentation summarizes FamilyCare Health’s 2025 testimony to the Oregon Senate Committee on Health Care in support of Senate Bill 388.
Healthcare on wheels brings primary care, preventive screenings, mental health services, and even dental care directly to underserved communities. These clinics are not just a temporary fix; they are a cost-effective, community-driven solution to a growing healthcare crisis.
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