September 25, 2008
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State Coverage Initiatives Summer Meeting

On July 31- August 1, 2008, the State Coverage Initiatives (SCI) program held its national meeting for state officials in San Francisco, California. Approximately 125 participants representing 33 states and the District of Columbia were in attendance. The meeting addressed a number of important issues, including updates on state reforms in California, New Jersey, Minnesota, and Kansas. Emerging issues related to the politics of health reform and engaging stakeholders and consumers were examined.  Additional sessions focused on states use of health information technology and chronic disease management models.

To view the agenda and presentations, please visit:  http://www.statecoverage.net/0708agenda.htm

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