Innovations in Section 1115 demonstrations

This article discusses how States have taken advantage of the flexibility afforded under Section 1115 research and demonstration authority. It describes how States have used Section 1115 authority to develop innovations in outreach and enrollment, eligibility requirements, access, benefits, quality assurance, payment, safety net providers, and special needs populations. It concludes by discussing the future challenges that all the payers in Medicaid demonstration projects are facing.