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English A, Summers R, Lewis J, Coleman C. 2015. Confidentiality, third-party billing, and the health insurance claims process: Implications for Title X. Washington, DC: National Family Planning and Reproductive Health Association,

Annotation: This white paper provides background on the importance of confidentiality in family planning settings, the role of Title X, and the health care delivery environment, particularly as a result of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy Rule and the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The paper discusses disclosure requirements and confidentiality protections in the HIPAA Privacy Rule and state medical privacy laws as well as in the laws related to the primary sources of revenue for Title X-funded health centers—the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, Section 330 federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) program, Medicaid, and commercial health insurance. The paper also highlights examples of targeted approaches in several states that may provide confidentiality protection in the billing and health insurance claims process, including existing laws and policies and pending legislation.

Contact: National Family Planning and Reproductive Health Association, 1627 K Street, N.W., 12th Floor, Washington, DC 20006, Telephone: (202) 293-3114 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.nfprha.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Adolescents, Confidentiality, Health care reform, Health insurance, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Public Health Service Act, Title X, Reimbursement, State legislation, Young adults

Butler AS, Clayton EW, eds; Committee on a Comprehensive Review of the HHS Office of Family Planning Title X Program. 2009. A review of the HHS Family Planning Program: Mission, management, and measurement of results. [Washington, DC]: National Academies Press, 179 pp., plus 1 CD-ROM.

Annotation: This report presents the results of an independent evaluation of the Title X program (which provides grants to public and nonprofit private entities to assist in establishing and operating family planning clinics, training service providers, conducting research, and engaging in community-based education and outreach) performed by a committee convened by the Institute of Medicine. The report provides an overview of family planning in the United States; discusses Title X goals, priorities, and accomplishments; and provides information about program management and administration and collection of data to measure program outcomes.

Contact: National Academies Press, 500 Fifth Street, N.W., Keck 360, Washington, DC 20001, Telephone: (202) 334-3313 Secondary Telephone: (888) 624-8373 Fax: (202) 334-2451 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.nap.edu Available in libraries. Document Number: ISBN 978-0-309-13117-9.

Keywords: Education, Family planning, Family planning clinics, Federal programs, Grants, Outreach, Program evaluation, Public Health Service Act, Title X, Research, Training

Frost JJ, Frohwirth L. 2005. Family planning annual report: 2004 summary. [New York, NY]: Alan Guttmacher Institute, Part 1 (78 pp.), Part 2 (202 pp.)

Annotation: This report summarizes regional and national totals from annual service data reports submitted by grantees receiving family planning funding under the federal Title X program. The report begins with a presentation of the methodology used in both collection and tabulation of grantee reports. The body of the report presents the demographic characteristics of family planning users, contraceptive methods used, selected services and staff, and funding sources. In each seciton of the report, national totals and regional highlights are discussed and, in some cases, trends between 1995 and 2004 are mentioned. The report includes three appendices: (1) trends tables and charts, (2) state tables, and (3) methodological notes.

Contact: Guttmacher Institute, 125 Maiden Lane, New York, NY 10038, Telephone: (212) 248-1111 Secondary Telephone: (800) 355-0244 Fax: (212) 248-1951; Washington, D.C. Office (202) 223-5756 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.guttmacher.org Available from the website.

Part 1

Keywords: Contraception, Data, Family planning, Family planning programs, Federal grants, Financing, Public Health Service Act, Title X, Research, Trends

[Iowa Department of Public Health, Oral Health Bureau]. 2005. EPSDT registry: 2005 update. [Des Moines, IA: Iowa Department of Public Health, Oral Health Bureau], 32 pp.

Annotation: This report presents results of a periodic statewide survey of dentists conducted by the University of Iowa Department of Pediatric Dentistry asking whether they were willing to provide services to individuals enrolled in Iowa's Medicaid program, children ages 3 and younger, and children with developmental disabilities. The report includes data collected only from those dentists who were willing to have their information included in a statewide registry.

Contact: National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center, Georgetown University, Washington, DC 20057, E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.mchoralhealth.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Collaboration, Dentists, EPSDT, Iowa, Medicaid, Oral health, Provider participation, Public health services, Social Security Act, Title XIX, State programs, State surveys, Young children

COSMOS Corporation. 2003. Limited English proficiency as a barrier to family planning services: Final report. Bethesda, MD: COSMOS Corporation, 1 v.

Annotation: This report presents the findings of the Limited English Proficiency as a Barrier to Family Planning Services study. The study reviewed and assessed the language assistance services and activities being provided to limited English proficient individuals in seven Title X-funded family planning clinics. The report includes the following sections: (1) introduction, (2) study design and methodology, (3), study findings, (4) clinic profiles, (5) focus group findings, (6) recommendations, and (7) references. The report also includes a variety of exhibits such as study questions and estimated costs of language-assistance services. The report concludes with eight appendices.

Contact: COSMOS Corporation, 3 Bethesda Metro Center, Suite 420, Bethesda, MD 20814, Telephone: (301) 215-9100 Fax: (301) 215-6969 Web Site: http://www.cosmoscorp.com Available from the website.

Keywords: Families, Family planning clinics, Focus groups, Language barriers, Limited English speakers, Public Health Service Act, Title X, Research

Alan Guttmacher Institute. 2000. Fulfilling the promise: Public policy and U.S. family planning clinics. Washington, DC: Alan Guttmacher Institute, 48 pp.

Annotation: This report for service providers and policymakers reviews how and why the nationwide network of family planning clinics has developed and functions, and outlines some of the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. The report includes the following sections: (1) introduction; (2) origins of the U.S. family planning clinic network; (3) the role of family planning clinics today; (3) the key role of Title X; (4) challenges and opportunities; (5) references and notes; and (6) tables. Statistical information is presented in numerous charts, graphs, and tables throughout the report.

Contact: Guttmacher Institute, 125 Maiden Lane, New York, NY 10038, Telephone: (212) 248-1111 Secondary Telephone: (800) 355-0244 Fax: (212) 248-1951; Washington, D.C. Office (202) 223-5756 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.guttmacher.org $20; also available from the website. Document Number: ISBN 0-939253-55-0.

Keywords: Family planning, Family planning clinics, Federal MCH programs, Health care financing, Health services, Public Health Service Act, Title X, Public policy, Reproductive health, Resource centers

Fox-Grage W, King M, Gehshan S, Starr J, Bradley C. 1999. CHIP and children with special health care needs. Washington, DC: National Conference of State Legislatures, 47 pp.

Annotation: This report provides background information about children with special health care needs (CSHN) and describes states' options for addressing those needs under the State Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). To assist state legislators who want to use the flexibility of Title XXI to improve services for CSHN, the report describes the following strategies: providing supplemental benefits; arranging for specialists to be included under the CHIP plan; expanding eligibility criteria to assist additional families; defining "medical necessity" more broadly; modifying cost-sharing requirements; and addressing quality assurance issues. Appendices include details about programs in Connecticut, Florida, and North Carolina; public health care programs for low income children; and lists of state and national contacts. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: National Conference of State Legislatures, 7700 East First Place, Denver, CO 80230, Telephone: (303) 364-7700 Fax: (303) 364-7800 Web Site: http://www.ncsl.org Available in libraries. Document Number: ISBN 1-58024-074-7.

Keywords: Children with special health care needs, Connecticut, Florida, Low income groups, Model programs, North Carolina, Public health services, Reports, Social Security Act, Title XXI, State CSHCN programs, State Children', State legislatures, s Health Insurance Program

General Accounting Office. 1981. Family planning clinics can provide services at less cost but clearer federal policies are needed. Washington, DC: General Accounting Office, 72 pp.

Annotation: This report identifies areas in which family planning program costs can be reduced and services made more attractive to clients without compromising quality care. The information is also useful to states in implementing Title X of the Public Health Service Act.

Contact: U.S. Government Accountability Office, 441 G Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20548, Telephone: (202) 512-3000 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.gao.gov Available from the website. Document Number: HRD-81-68.

Keywords: Cost containment, Family planning, Public Health Service Act, Title X