Social determinants of health (SDOH) — where we are born, where we live, and how we age — play a role in the trajectory of our health outcomes.

Achieving health equity, where everyone has the opportunity to attain their highest level of health, demands that we address the root causes of health disparities. By focusing on social determinants, we can create more equitable opportunities and outcomes for all individuals and communities.

At the Institute for Medicaid Innovation, our work includes a comprehensive toolkit to help Medicaid health plans and community-based organizations invest in addressing social determinants of health. It serves as a comprehensive resource to articulate the business case for launching, leading, and expanding initiatives focused on addressing inequities.

This resource, and others, are listed below.