By implementing chronic care management, providers can develop new solutions to overcome barriers, improve patient outcomes, and lower healthcare costs.
FREMONT, CA: Chronic care management programs are something you've heard about, but you don't know what they mean. Chronic care management can help individuals manage chronic illnesses or conditions. These programs provide personalized care plans and offer support services such as health coaching, medication management, and patient education. Programs try to manage their condition and live healthier lives. Research shows that 80 percent of chronic diseases can be prevented through preventive measures, and two-thirds of Americans die from one of five chronic conditions: cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, diabetes, heart disease, or stroke. By implementing a good CCM program, you can facilitate earlier patient interventions, encourage compliance with medication regimens, support lifestyle improvements, and reduce hospitalizations, complications, and unnecessary emergency room visits among patients.
The following article explores all aspects of CCM programs, including what they are, their benefits and challenges, and various other topics.
Scope: If a health issue arises, your patients will schedule an appointment. However, if you run your clinic this way, your patients lose the ability to take charge of their health education.
