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The aim is to assess access to neurology healthcare professionals among Medicaid patients with epilepsy in the U.S.

April 15, 2026Open Access

Access to Neurology Healthcare Professionals in the United States Among Patients With Epilepsy Using Medicaid: A Retrospective, Observational, Claims-Based Analysis

HPHerbert PeeplesUCB Pharma (United States)KMKeshia MaughnSTATinMED (United States)CDChristopher DieyiSTATinMED (United States)

Key Points

The aim is to assess access to neurology healthcare professionals among Medicaid patients with epilepsy in the U.S.
Retrospective analysis of claims data
Focus on patients with epilepsy using Medicaid
Assessment of geographical access to healthcare professionals
Many patients with epilepsy in rural areas lack nearby access to neurology healthcare professionals
Access issues could hinder optimal care for these patients
Differences in access were noted between urban and rural settings

Abstract

Most patients with epilepsy using Medicaid, particularly those living in rural areas, did not have access to neurology HCPs in proximity to their home, suggesting challenges to receiving optimal care. Graphical abstract available for this article.

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