In 2025 and 2026, the Minnesota Department of Health and CHW Solutions developed a CHW Billing Toolkit in response to barriers identified by CHWs and CHW service organizations. The toolkit features workflows, checklists, tip sheets, a financial modeling tool, and other resources to help health care, local public health, tribal health and community based organizations access Medicaid and Medicare CHW reimbursement. For more information, or additional assistance with your CHW billing needs, please contact Megan Ellingson, CHW Solutions Co-Founder, at meganellingson@chwsolutions.
Food as Medicine Topic: Apples
Does an apple a day really keep the doctor away? Apples are a potent, nutrient-dense “healing” food loaded with antioxidants, fiber, and phytochemicals that support overall health, reduce inflammation, and lower the risk of chronic diseases. Consuming them regularly helps