An Exploration of Consumer Advisory Councils within Medicare-Medicaid Plans Participating in the Financial Alignment Initiative

The Center for Consumer Engagement in Health Innovation released a report The Biggest Value is Getting the Voice of the Member describing its findings on the composition, function, and impact of the Consumer Advisory Councils operating within Medicare-Medicaid Plans (MMPs) operating in capitated model demonstrations under the Financial Alignment Initiative. The report covers topics including, recruitment and training of consumer members, accommodations to help consumers participate, and ensuring representativeness and diversity. It also describes best practices derived from interviews with MMPs.