Project Ideas for Doctor of Philosophy in Health Policy and Administration

Modeling healthcare provider network optimization in Medicaid expansion states using access and cost metrics

Evaluating the long-term health and economic effects of the ACA on rural health systems and patient outcomes

Designing a predictive risk stratification algorithm to inform value-based payment reforms for chronic care populations

Studying disparities in maternal mortality through intersectional health policy analysis and data modeling

Creating hospital benchmarking tools to evaluate patient safety and quality performance across public and private systems

Analyzing the effectiveness of bundled payment initiatives in orthopedic surgical care delivery

Developing a geospatial database of healthcare deserts and underserved populations for policy advocacy

Investigating the relationship between hospital market concentration and price variability in urban systems

Evaluating post-pandemic telehealth policy changes and their impact on equitable access across income groups

Studying the implementation outcomes of community health worker programs in addressing social determinants of health

Modeling pharmaceutical pricing trends and proposing regulatory mechanisms for reducing drug cost burden

Creating decision models to optimize staffing and resource allocation in emergency preparedness planning

Analyzing quality incentive programs’ effects on long-term care facility outcomes and patient satisfaction

Assessing the cost-effectiveness of preventive services in Medicare Advantage plan structures

Exploring administrative burden and burnout among providers in value-based care models