This review looked at studies in the United States that assessed whether community health worker programs save money compared to what they cost. It combined results from 35 studies covering programs in many states and focusing mainly on people with conditions like diabetes and high risk of hospital admission. Overall, the findings show that these programs generally save more … [Read more...] about Return on investment of community health workers in the United States: a systematic review
Return on Investment (ROI)
A Return-on-Investment Analysis of a Community-Based Diabetes Self-Management Program In New York City
This study in New York City looked at a community program for people with type 2 diabetes that was led by community health workers and included education plus support for social needs like housing and access to care. It involved 171 adults and ran for six weeks. After the program, fewer people went to emergency rooms or were admitted to hospital, and participants managed their … [Read more...] about A Return-on-Investment Analysis of a Community-Based Diabetes Self-Management Program In New York City
Return-on-Investment Analysis of an Enhanced Community Doula Program: Pre- and Post-COVID-19 Considerations
This study looked at whether it’s affordable for Medicaid to pay for community doulas, trained support workers who help during pregnancy, birth, and after delivery. Researchers compared healthcare costs for patients with and without doula support through a program called Best Beginnings for Babies. They found that people with doulas had lower medical costs and better outcomes, … [Read more...] about Return-on-Investment Analysis of an Enhanced Community Doula Program: Pre- and Post-COVID-19 Considerations