title: An interview with Gail R. Wilensky. Interview by Carmella A. Bocchino.
abstract: In this interview, conducted just 4 months after assuming her new position as Administrator of HCFA, Dr. Wilensky discusses her goals for the agency, the emergence of Medicaid as a separate bureau, Medicare reimbursement policies, and nurses' potential as recognized health care providers.
authors.forename: G R
authors.initials: GR
authors.lastname: Wilensky
mesh_terms: D014487:Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, U.S. / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006291:Health Policy; D006801:Humans; D007857:Leadership; D008484:Medicaid; D009937:Organizational Objectives; D012051:Reimbursement Mechanisms; D014481:United States