About
This workgroup is responsible for continuously tracking and synthesizing federal and state health policy developments that affect access, payment, delivery, data, and quality in Howard County, and briefing the Forum and County leadership in a timely manner. Its scope includes evaluating the potential impacts of new or proposed policies related to Medicaid, the ACA marketplace, Maryland’s AHEAD model, behavioral health, telehealth, privacy, licensure, and payment programs. In addition, the workgroup assesses whether a Certificate of Need should be pursued or supported for new or expanded health services or facilities by reviewing Maryland Health Care Commission criteria, current capacity and demand, geographic access and equity, alternatives to construction, and financial and operational implications. Based on this analysis and stakeholder input, the workgroup delivers a single, evidence-based recommendation to the Howard County Executive, including a clear timeline and next steps.
Workgroup Information
This workgroup monitors federal and state health policy developments that may impact healthcare access, delivery, quality, and capacity in Howard County. Members analyze policy implications, evaluate Certificate of Need considerations when applicable, and provide timely, evidence-based recommendations to County leadership.
- Deb Poquette, Senior Healthcare Project Manager, Howard County Government
- Matthew Castner, Director of Population Health, Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center
- Delora Sanchez Ifekauche, Cornerstone Government Affairs
- Adam Kane, JD, MBA, Allegis Redwood Max
- Adam Hertz, Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis, Chase Brexton Health Care
- Kelly Russo, Medical Director, Howard County Health Department