Explores a unique approach to performance measurement based on the Bayes theorem.

Examines options to develop and implement a national database for tracking participants in public assistance programs, with an eye toward tracking time limits across state boundaries and identifying those receiving benefits in two or more states at the same time.

This article presents estimates of the proportion of the U.S. population that had mental health benefits in 1999, the extent of their coverage, and the proportion enrolled in health plans subject to the Mental Health Parity Act of 1996 (MHPA). Over three-quarters (76 percent) had mental health...

Purpose – The purpose of this study is to use multiple consumer research methods to examine perceptions of theme lines for media campaigns to promote awareness of Medicare information sources. Design/methodology/approach – Participants were senior Medicare beneficiaries, their informal...

Purpose – The purpose of this research is to identify audience segments of Medicare beneficiaries, for the development of targeted and tailored communication activities to promote informed health care decision making. Design/methodology/approach – Secondary analysis was conducted on data...