Using Data

States report they need better data in order to understand the populations they are targeting, the impact of changes they make, and to compare themselves with other states. Research literature also supports the need for developing data systems and methodologies to help states measure enrollment and renewal rates and trends over time, and to provide better data for researchers and policymakers at the state and federal level. Furthermore, sharing data across state programs has been shown to have a positive impact on enrollment in Medicaid and CHIP; the ability of state systems to share information across programs quickly and accurately is vital to their effectiveness.  

Both funding and technical assistance provided through Maximizing Enrollment for Kids will help states address their own data collection, analysis and use challenges. Individualized technical assistance provided through Maximizing Enrollment for Kids will help guide the states through the process to quantify the strengths and weaknesses of their current systems and the impact of systems change on enrollment and retention.