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Healthcare Access for a Diverse Population with Schizophrenia Following the Onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic. (Community Ment Health J)

Summary: The study examines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on New York State's Medicaid beneficiaries with schizophrenia, with a focus on healthcare access equity.

The researchers found racial and ethnic differences in healthcare outcomes between white and non-white beneficiaries, with most differences remaining stable over time.

However, during the pandemic surge period, Black and Latinx beneficiaries were less likely to be hospitalized for pneumonia despite their higher COVID-19 disease burden.

The emergence of racial and ethnic differences in access to critical healthcare during crises highlights the need for future interventions to ensure equitable healthcare access for disadvantaged populations.

These findings have implications for Medicaid programs in New York State and other states facing similar health disparities.
Date of Publication: 2023 May 18
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37199854
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