ForHealth Consulting at UMass Chan Medical School

09/10/2026

Only about one in four people with disabilities are employed, compared with nearly two-thirds of people without disabilities. That gap isn't about a lack of opportunity; it's about the complexity of the systems people have to navigate to get there.

Our new insight looks at why benefits counseling has become a key piece of workforce infrastructure, and what a systems approach to disability employment looks like in practice. Read more: https://bit.ly/3SGGs8p

09/09/2026

Kim Christoforou, Project Management Coordinator and SoleMates captain, shares her story, pictured here with her family at last year's UMass Cancer Walk:

"I'm proud to be a captain of the ForHealth SoleMates Team—I helped found the team in 2021 to give our organization a way to come together, fundraise, and honor the importance of cancer research—and I've served as captain ever since. My husband, children, and extended family join me each year; our kids have been part of the walk since they were babies, riding along in strollers while their grandmothers walk with us. Like so many others, we have all been impacted by cancer, and I've also lost loved ones to this disease, which makes this walk especially meaningful to me. One of my favorite memories of the Cancer Walk event is the tradition we've built together each year to make an impactful difference—with my family and with the growing SoleMates team, which has become its own extended family united in support of cancer research year after year."

Thank you for everything you do for this team, Kim!

The UMass Cancer Walk will be held Sunday, Sept. 27 at Polar Park. Visit the ForHealth Consulting UMass Cancer Walk SoleMates Page to learn more and contribute to the cause: https://bit.ly/4vLel5i

UMass Chan Medical School

09/08/2026

Our average disability determination application processing time is just 45 days, far below the 189-day federal average.

Our clinicians conduct disability evaluations in-house, reducing the need for independent/consultative exams. The result: meaningful time and cost savings, and faster, more accurate decisions.

This is powered by integrated clinical, vocational, and regulatory expertise, including licensed physicians, psychologists, registered nurses, and nationally certified vocational rehabilitation counselors who work directly with your team. Learn more about our Disability Determinations work: https://bit.ly/45T88cW

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day to our partners and everyone working with us to make healthcare more equitable, effective, and accessible.

09/04/2026

It was great connecting with colleagues at last month!

One topic we often hear about is how states can strengthen Medicaid as the payer of last resort. Our new infographic breaks down how we supported one state's Medicare Enrollment Expansion Initiative, identifying eligible Medicaid members aged 65+ and guiding them through Medicare enrollment with a member-centered approach.

Want to learn more about our Third Party Liability & Benefit Coordination expertise? Check it out here:
https://bit.ly/4bWKcZL

09/04/2026

The 28th annual UMass Cancer Walk is coming up on Sunday, September 27 at Polar Park! Watch the video below to hear UMass Chan Medical School Chancellor David McManus talk about how you can get involved and support cancer research and lifesaving clinical trials.

Want to do more? Visit our SoleMates team page to help us reach our fundraising goal: https://p2p.onecause.com/umasscancerwalk26/team/forhealth-consulting-solemates

09/03/2026

We test blood specimens collected from 500+ newborns every day, and as leaders in population-based newborn screening, we screen for 60+ conditions, including phenylketonuria, cystic fibrosis, and spinal muscular atrophy.

Following recent advances in the treatment of spinal muscular atrophy, our program was an early adopter in implementing this testing. Since then, we have enabled early detection and rapid connection to care for affected infants, significantly improving outcomes across New England. We continuously innovate to stay at the forefront of emerging needs and technologies.

Learn more about our Newborn Screening services: https://bit.ly/4iF1n6c

09/02/2026

Sarah Goff, New England Newborn Screening Program and UMass Cancer Walk SoleMates captain, shares her story and the very special reason she walks, pictured here on the left with Eileen Fitzgerald:

"Cancer has touched the lives of many people I care about. I'm walking to do my small part to support lifesaving research, especially in honor of Eileen Fitzgerald (former colleague and SoleMates captain), who is currently kicking brain cancer's butt! Every donation helps bring us closer to a future without cancer, and what an amazing world that would be."

Sarah, thank you for everything you do for this cause!

The UMass Cancer Walk will be held Sunday, Sept. 27 at Polar Park. Visit the ForHealth Consulting UMass Cancer Walk SoleMates Page to join the team and/or donate to the cause, which raises funds for cancer research. Plus, donations made this week through Sept. 4 will be matched dollar for dollar by Carr Financial Group, up to $15,000! https://bit.ly/4vLel5i

UMass Chan Medical School

09/01/2026

State agencies, public programs, health plans, and providers partner with us to address complicated policy challenges, including program integrity. Our integrated approach delivers data-driven oversight, audit, and monitoring strategies that prevent fraud, waste, and abuse while strengthening accountability.

Our advanced analytics and program integrity expertise delivered measurable results over two years:

➡️ $58 million in recoverable funds identified
➡️ $6 million recovered through provider self-disclosure reviews
➡️ $27 million in improper payments prevented through targeted pre-payment edits and oversight enhancements

Learn more about our Health Policy Strategy & Analytics services:

Navigating the complex health policy, regulatory, and financing landscapes to achieve sustainable impact for our clients

08/31/2026

ForHealth Consulting’s Work Without Limits recently released its FY26 “Year in Review” report, highlighting the impact of its work and the progress made toward a more inclusive workforce.

Read the report to learn more about this year’s accomplishments and impact:

This fiscal year 2026 (FY26) “Year in Review” report illustrates how Work Without Limits is creating opportunities and increasing employment for individuals with disabilities.