Implementation Manager (IM) Specialist CHTS Practice Test

How much can Eligible Providers receive in the first year under Medicaid payment?

1. All the payment

2. One-third of the total

3. Half of the total

4. Two-thirds of the total

The correct answer is: One-third of the total

In the context of Medicaid payment for Eligible Providers, the first-year financial incentives are designed to encourage participation and help facilitate the transition to value-based care. Eligible Providers can receive one-third of the total incentive payment in the first year. This approach provides immediate financial support while gradually increasing the payments over subsequent years, allowing providers to adapt to new requirements and systems. The incremental structure supports longer-term engagement with Medicaid programs and helps ensure that providers are adequately compensated as they enhance healthcare delivery in line with Medicaid objectives. Understanding this gradual payment model is essential for metrics and budgeting within healthcare organizations relying on Medicaid funding. While other options suggest larger increments, the one-third payment reflects a strategic approach to incentivization that aligns with sustainability and adaptability in healthcare practices.