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Recognizing Barriers In The Elderly Population And Increasing Access To Case Management Services, Loveleena Alex
Recognizing Barriers In The Elderly Population And Increasing Access To Case Management Services, Loveleena Alex
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Abstract
Implementing case management can lead to fewer hospitalizations in the elderly population. Barriers influencing the number of hospitalizations include low socioeconomic status, transportation needs, health literacy, financial strain, multiple comorbidities, underserved populations, medication availability, availability of community resources, and access to primary care. A review of the available literature revealed that by addressing these barriers in a primary care setting and implementing case management, the number of hospitalizations can be decreased and the quality of life in the elderly population can be improved. This quality improvement project implemented a screening and referral process for chronic care management in the …