Physician payments and infant mortality: evidence from Medicaid fee policy

Article Abstract:

The US ranked 21st among industrialized countries in terms of infant mortality rate with nine deaths per 1,000 births. Congress addressed the situation by increasing eligibility for women under Medicaid coverage by 140% between 1979 and 1990. However, an inadequate supply of physicians has hampered the program. Increased Medicaid fees has been considered as a cost-effective option to eligibility coverage for infant mortality reduction.

Social aspects, Evaluation, Mortality, Patient outcomes, Infants, Infant mortality, Prospective payment systems (Medical care), Medical fees

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Is the impact of health shocks cushioned by socioeconomic status? The case of low birthweight

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A study was conducted to analyze the relationship between socioeconomic status and low birth weight. The interactive effects of socioeconomic status and low birth weight were examined. Data from the British National Child Development Survey were utilized to carry out the analysis. Results indicated that high socioeconomic status mitigate the effects of low birth weight on female health status.

Birth weight, Low, Low birth weight, Social economics, Socioeconomics

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Socio economic status and child health: why is the relationship stronger for older children?

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The relationship between the socio economic status and child's health is studied in the United States and Canada. The negative health effects of older children of low socio economic status because of lack of resources are observed.

United States, Children, Child health, Social classes, Social class

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