Welcome to RHP 9 – Transforming Healthcare Now
Waiver Information
- Medicaid 1115 Waiver renewed October 1, 2017 – September 30, 2022. Information on the existing waiver details and transition plans can be found at the Texas Health & Human Services Waiver Renewal.
- Click here to reivew the updated RHP 9 Plan for demonstration years DY9-10.
- Aligns with the Triple Aim of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS): Improve the experience of care, Improve the health of populations, and Reduce the per capita costs of healthcare without compromising quality.
- Creation of Regional Healthcare Partnerships (RHP) that support coordinated, efficient delivery of quality care, and a plan for system transformation that is driven by the needs of the community.
- Provides incentive payments for quality improvement and healthcare delivery system reform
Quick Facts on RHP 9:
- 3 Counties: Dallas, Denton, & Kaufman
- 2,530 square miles
- Population of 3.1 million
- 40% are low income
- 22 providers participating in Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment (DSRIP) projects
- Needs assessment: Gaps in access, behavioral health, and overall care coordination.
Making a Difference