Common use of Background Research Clause in Contracts

Background Research. California will continue to conduct, commission, and evaluate background research and analyses to inform Exchange development and operations. The state is fortunate to have access to significant resources and expertise available to address policy and information challenges as they arise, including the University of California, numerous policy and research centers and philanthropic organizations engaged in health policy research and analyses. In addition, the Exchange will continue to participate in national forums and state-oriented programs and information sharing opportunities to keep up with and be able to benefit from research conducted nationally and in other states. Examples of just some of the research that will be available in the near future and during the Level I grant include: ▪ More detailed assessments and profile information on the health status and demographic profile of potential Exchange enrollees being spearheaded by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research; ▪ Briefing – Exploring the Financial Feasibility of a Basic Health Program in California (CHCF/▇▇▇▇▇▇, report forthcoming July 2011) and further analysis of the Basic Health Plan option and the implications for California coverage programs, including the Exchange, which will be commissioned and supported by CHCF;

Background Research. California will continue to conduct, commission, and evaluate background research and analyses to inform Exchange development and operations. The state is fortunate to have access to significant resources and expertise available to address policy and information challenges as they arise, including the University of California, numerous policy and research centers and philanthropic organizations engaged in health policy research and analyses. In addition, the Exchange will continue to participate in national forums and state-oriented programs and information sharing opportunities to keep up with and be able to benefit from research conducted nationally and in other states. Examples of just some of the research that will be available in the near future and during the Level I grant include: ▪ ■ More detailed assessments and profile information on the health status and demographic profile of potential Exchange enrollees being spearheaded by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research; ▪ ■ Briefing – Exploring the Financial Feasibility of a Basic Health Program in California (CHCF/▇▇▇▇▇▇, report forthcoming July 2011) and further analysis of the Basic Health Plan option and the implications for California coverage programs, including the Exchange, which will be commissioned and supported by CHCF;