Benefit of Being In-Network With Medicaid
Participating in Medicaid’s network can bring about several advantages for healthcare providers, fostering a positive impact on both the providers and the communities they serve. One of the primary benefits is the expanded patient base. Medicaid caters to a diverse demographic, encompassing low-income families, pregnant women, children, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities. Being in-network with Medicaid allows healthcare providers to reach these underserved populations, addressing their healthcare needs and contributing to overall community well-being.
Furthermore, Medicaid’s comprehensive coverage benefits both providers and patients. Services ranging from preventive care to hospital stays and prescription medications are often covered, reducing financial barriers for patients and allowing providers to focus on delivering optimal care without concerns about affordability. This alignment with value-based care principles emphasizes preventive and coordinated care, contributing to improved health outcomes and efficient healthcare delivery.
Rocky Mountain Health Plan
Rocky Mountain Health Plan serves the western slope of Colorado. Many of these rural regions depend on the services of this network to provide basic medical aid to their communities. The counties in Rocky Mountain Health Plan include:
Archuleta
Delta
Dolores
Eagle
Garfield
Grant
Gunnison
Hinsdale
Jackson
La Plata
Larimer
Mesa
Moffat
Montezuma
Montrose
Ouray
Pitkin
Rio Blanco
Routt
San Juan
San Miguel
Summit