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: Beans
Beans (legumes) are considered one of the healthiest foods available. They are high in fiber, protein, complex carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and they are inexpensive. Beans can help with weight control, lower LDL cholesterol, regulate blood sugar levels, and protect