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Naomi Zewde is an Assistant Professor at UCLA Fielding School of Public Health, focusing on the intersection of public policy and health. Her research examines how public institutions impact health outcomes, economic security, and wealth distribution. Zewde's work critically analyzes the Affordable Care Act's implications on household finances and healthcare access, including evaluating how Medicaid expansion can reduce poverty and home eviction risks. She also investigates the effectiveness of federally funded trust funds known as 'Baby Bonds' in mitigating income and wealth inequality, particularly among young Black adults. Her research has been published in esteemed journals such as the Journal of Risk and Insurance and Health Affairs, and she has contributed to popular media discussions on these critical issues. Zewde remains actively engaged in research that critiques the private insurance contracting within Medicaid programs, questioning whether such models yield cost savings and improved health outcomes. Her ongoing inquiries aim to inform policy decisions regarding the privatization of these critical healthcare frameworks.
Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.