The Fund supports networks of state health policy decision makers to help identify, inspire, and inform policy leaders.
A bipartisan group of state health policymakers from both the executive and legislative branches who are focused on improving population health.
Supporting networks of state officials, advocates, and others aiming to invest in and transform primary care.
Advancing state-based efforts to make health care more affordable for residents, employers, and states.
The Milbank Memorial Fund supports two state leadership programs for legislative and executive branch state government officials committed to improving population health.
A leadership development program for early and mid-career state government officials who are committed to improving the health of all people in their communities.
A leadership program for senior state government officials who are committed to improving population health.
The Fund focuses on creating an affordable health care system built on strong primary care and partnerships that improve health outcomes for all.
Improving state leaders ability to enact and implement evidence-based health policies.
Advancing policies that create a more prevention- and primary care-oriented health system.
Improving population health through policies that contain health care cost growth.
Our state health policy resources provide relevant data analysis and best practices.
The Fund publishes reports, issues briefs, and case studies on state health policy issues.
Short takes on health policy issues from Milbank staff and guest authors.
Insights from Milbank President Debra Lubar on state health policymaking.
Reported articles and Q&As on timely health policy issues, as well as foundation updates.
Upcoming and past Milbank Memorial Fund and Milbank Quarterly webinars featuring state health policymakers and researchers.
Updates and expert contact information for reporters.
The Milbank Memorial Fund is a private foundation that works to improve population health and health equity.
Chief of Staff and Director of Strategy, Chief Medical Office, TennCare
Rebecca Robinson, MPH, serves as Chief of Staff and Director of Strategy for the Chief Medical Office at TennCare, Tennessee’s Medicaid agency. She leads cross-functional strategy and implementation for statewide health initiatives, including Rural Health Transformation, value-based payment reform, and behavioral and maternal health investments. Rebecca designed and led implementation of Tennessee’s first-in-the-nation Medicaid diaper benefit, which improves access to an essential health-related resource for young children and families. Before joining TennCare, she worked with the Tennessee Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, developing statewide pediatric quality improvement and behavioral health programs in partnership with providers and health systems. Rebecca brings a deep commitment to public service and to translating community and provider perspectives into practical, equitable policy solutions. She holds a Master of Public Health from the University of Tennessee. Rebecca enjoys spending time outdoors, especially camping and hiking with her husband and two pups.