Addressing the Social Determinants of Health by Placing Legal Advocates in Community Health Centers
Abstract
To control costs, healthcare providers and insurers need to focus on achieving population health outcomes rather than simply treating the symptoms of individual patients. Improving population health requires investment in a coordinated, multi-disciplinary approach involving healthcare professionals, social service providers, and legal service providers. The Medical-Legal-Community Partnership (MLCP) integrates legal professionals into healthcare teams to detect, address and prevent the health-harming legal needs of patients. The MLCP improves health outcomes by helping patients obtain health insurance and income supports while decreasing their stress and increasing their confidence and ability to take control.
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