Participant Needs, Service Utilization, and Costs in a Medicaid Housing Pilot Program

The findings of this cohort study provide critical insights into the types of services needed and associated costs for supporting housing as a Medicaid benefit. Significant needs were observed, emphasizing the necessity of cross-sector collaboration and clear role definitions between health care and housing organizations. The findings offer valuable lessons for the design and implementation of housing support programs under Medicaid; these insights are crucial as Oregon and other states consider similar initiatives to address housing as a health-related social need.