Understanding Shared Decision-Making within Care Coordination
Shared Decision Making (SDM) is a collaborative approach where patients and healthcare providers work together to make informed health decisions, empowering patients and leading to better-informed choices and improved outcomes.
Managing Polychronic Conditions: Strategies for Improved Outcomes and Reduced Healthcare Costs
According to research in the U.S. market, the number of people with three or more chronic conditions is projected to reach 83.4 million by 2030. This significant increase highlights the urgency of developing effective care management approaches.
Polychronic conditions, also known as multiple chronic conditions (MCCs), such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer are the leading causes of death and disability in the U.S. Understanding the unique challenges in managing these conditions is crucial to improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs.
Challenges of Data Fragmentation for Effective Collaboration
Collaboration across the healthcare spectrum is pivotal for enhancing patient care and outcomes. Yet, a significant hurdle in achieving this collaboration is data fragmentation. In fact, patients with Multiple Chronic Conditions (MCC), representing over 85% of healthcare expenditures, typically juggle care from an average of 14 different doctors, along with extended care teams including nutritionists, […]
Get the Most Out of Your Chronic Care Doctor Appointments
Living with a chronic condition is a challenging process that requires continuous attention and supervision. Previously, physicians held the primary responsibility for determining patients’ health outcomes. However, self-management plays a crucial role in approximately 60% of health outcomes related to chronic diseases. In fact, over half of the American population suffers from chronic illnesses. We […]
