Rapid Start: Is the South Ready? A Conversation on How It Can Be Done
Resource (Conference Presentation) updated 12/11/2023
Resource (Conference Presentation) updated 12/11/2023
Timely antiretroviral treatment (ART) initiation, linkage, and retention in care are critical keys for the optimal outcomes in patients with HIV infection. Implementing an open access process for medical, mental, and intensive case management care gives patients the ability to better achieve medication adherence and viral load suppression.
Resource (Conference Presentation) updated 09/14/2023
North Carolina's HIV/STD/Viral Hepatitis Unit, along with Western North Carolina Community Health Services and Carolina Family Health Center -- two federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) -- has initiated a pilot rapid antiretroviral treatment (ART) program utilizing carryover funds and a streamlined HIV Medication Assistance Program application process. Preliminary data will be shared on the success of the pilot program.
Resource (Conference Presentation) updated 09/14/2023
This presentation will review findings and lessons learned after implementing a pilot rapid antiretroviral therapy (ART) initiation protocol into an existing federally qualified health center (FQHC) setting. Presenters will describe the processes used for rapid linkage, benefits eligibility assessment, and provider appointment with ART initiation.
Resource (Conference Presentation) updated 09/14/2023
Resource updated 03/15/2023
Resource from the RWHAP Best Practices Compilation updated on 01/07/2024
Resource from the RWHAP Best Practices Compilation updated on 01/07/2024
Resource from the RWHAP Best Practices Compilation updated on 11/01/2023
Blog updated 10/22/2021
The HealthCare.gov Open Enrollment period for signing up for health coverage has been expanded and will now run from November 1, 2021 through January 15, 2022. (Some state enrollment periods vary.) In addition, enrollment assistance programs are being expanded. Read the details outlined in the HIV.gov blog: CMS Extends Open Enrollment Period and Launches Initiatives to Expand Health Coverage Access Nationwide.
RWHAP Technical Assistance Provider updated on 04/04/2024
Next year’s Ryan White Conference will adopt an in-person/virtual format, while the Clinica
Resource updated 09/19/2023
Blog updated 11/09/2021
Blog updated 03/03/2022
Resource updated 05/23/2023
Resource updated 03/15/2023
Resource updated 03/15/2023