MU Health System receives federal grant for new 'high-tech, high-touch' program

The University of Missouri Health system has received $13.3 million in federal grant funding for a program that will combine high-tech and on-site primary-care initiatives in healthcare, according to a statement released by the university today.

The so-called LIGHT program is designed to create a specialized workforce in primary care as well as designing enhanced medical records to help patients and healthcare providers better manage care.

The technology component of the program involves a partnership between the Kansas City-based Cerner Corporation and MU.

The project is funded by the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services, and the Center for Medicaid and Medicare Innovation.