How does care coordination promote senior health & longevity?
02/06/24 at 04:00 AM
How does care coordination promote senior health & longevity?
MediaFeed.org, by Kara Lewis; 2/2/24
... Care coordination offers several fundamental benefits to seniors, according to an American Nurses Association report:
- Fewer emergency room visits
- Reduced appointment copays and medication costs
- Fewer hospital readmissions
- Increased patient satisfaction
- Later mortality
- Improved quality of life
Having a wide range of health services available can also enhance mental and social well-being. A study of 508 patients receiving care coordination found that psychological distress decreased by 62%, while just under half observed a social benefit