Comments from Richard Besser, MD, on the Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility Proposed Rule
RWJF submitted comments on the Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility proposed rule by the Homeland Security Department. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - April 25, 2022 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Health Disparities Healthcare Coverage and Access Source Type: news
Comments from Richard Besser, MD, on Access to Coverage and Care in Medicaid and CHIP
RWJF submitted comments in response to CMS RFI regarding access to coverage and care in Medicaid and Chip. RWJF believes beneficiaries should have access to timely, high-quality, and appropriate care in all payment systems. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - April 18, 2022 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Child and Family Well-Being Healthcare Coverage and Access Source Type: news
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Names Amy F. Dinofrio as Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
Amy Dinofrio will be a key member of RWJF’s leadership team, responsible for developing and executing a progressive talent strategy in alignment with the vision, values, and Guiding Principles of the Foundation. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - April 11, 2022 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Source Type: news
Report Recommends Establishing a Public Health Institute to Address New Jersey's Inequities
RWJF announced a report, that recommends establishing a public health institute in N.J., that caps a 10-month planning process that engaged a wide range of key stakeholders from public health, healthcare, social services, and the faith community. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - March 10, 2022 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Health Disparities Public and Community Health Source Type: news
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Names Ricardo Castro as Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary
Ricardo Castro will be responsible for advising the president and CEO and Board chair on legal issues, tax or legislative matters, or regulatory activities that affect or may affect the Foundation or its grantees. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - January 18, 2022 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Source Type: news
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Names Rafael Maldonado as Vice President and Chief Information Technology Officer
Rafael Maldonado, vice president and chief information technology officer, will be a key member of the Foundation’s leadership team, responsible for the strategic development and advancement of information technology and cyber security. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - December 14, 2021 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Source Type: news
Statement from Richard Besser, MD, on the Build Back Better Act
An RWJF statement on House passage of the budget reconciliation measure. Under this bill, 2.2 million people would gain access to health insurance in 12 states that have thus far declined to expand eligibility for Medicaid. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - November 29, 2021 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Health Disparities Health Care Coverage and Access Source Type: news
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Elects Two New Members to Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) has elected two new Trustees, effective January 26, 2022: Edgar Villanueva and Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - November 9, 2021 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Source Type: news
Statement from Richard Besser, MD, on Access to Safe and High-Quality Reproductive Medical Care
RWJF statement affirms the Foundation's strong belief that access to safe and high-quality reproductive medical care, including abortion, is an essential element of comprehensive healthcare and health equity. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - November 1, 2021 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Public and Community Health Source Type: news
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Selects Ten Communities as 2020-2021 RWJF Culture of Health Prize Winners
RWJF announced the ten communities chosen to receive the 2020-2021 RWJF Culture of Health Prize. The Prize honors and elevates communities at the forefront of advancing health, opportunity, and equity for all. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - October 26, 2021 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Health Disparities Public and Community Health Source Type: news
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Commission Releases Roadmap for an Equity-Centered Public Health Data Infrastructure, Provides $50 Million in Funding to Encourage Action
To work toward a modernized health data system, RWJF established a National Commission to Transform Public Health Data Systems to reimagine how data are collected, shared, and used, and identify investments needed to improve health equity. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - October 19, 2021 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Health Disparities Public and Community Health Source Type: news
Poll: As the Delta Variant Continues, 38 Percent of U.S. Households Report Facing Serious Financial Problems Despite Two-Thirds Receiving Government Assistance
According to an NPR/RWJF/Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health poll, 38% of U.S. households report facing serious financial problems as the delta variant extends health and economic problems faced by households during COVID-19 outbreak. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - October 12, 2021 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Health Disparities Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Public and Community Health Source Type: news
2021 RWJF Sports Award Winners Announced
The Foundation honors the 2021 RWJF Sports Award recipients for their innovative and influential approaches to using sports to improve the Culture of Health in their communities. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - September 29, 2021 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Health Disparities Public and Community Health Source Type: news
Statement from Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and Public Health and Racial Justice Advocates Strongly Supports Congress Permanently Closing the Medicaid Coverage Gap
Organizations devoted to health equity, dismantling structural racism, and advancing social justice strongly supports Congress closing Medicaid coverage gap. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - September 15, 2021 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Health Disparities Health Care Coverage and Access Source Type: news
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Names William (Bill) Roell as Chief Financial Officer
William (Bill) Roell has been named chief financial officer, to direct the Foundation’s financial management and treasury activities in support of the strategic mission and in compliance with policies, laws, standards, and regulations. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - August 26, 2021 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Source Type: news
