Rocky Mountain Health Plans’ Post

Addressing Social Determinants of Health: A Call to Action Have you ever faced the tough choice between buying food for your family or purchasing necessary medications? Or struggled to access healthcare services for your children due to lack of transportation? These dilemmas are everyday realities for many across the United States. As healthcare professionals, we are acutely aware of these challenges and how they impact cost of care, patient outcomes, and quality of life. Years ago, we simply called it “non compliance.” I still remember when we charged patients for missed appointments and often turned them away if they were 15 minutes late, regardless of the reason. Many people, healthcare providers, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations have been working hard to change the narrative by creating amazing programs like free transportation services, subsidized medication programs, food as medicine initiatives, and improved access to healthcare with virtual appointments and remote device monitoring strategies. However, the challenge remains. This is largely due to ineffectively connecting these services with the individuals who need them most, often due to a lack of awareness from both service providers and recipients. Implementing systematic screenings for social determinants of health allows us to proactively identify individuals and families in need and navigate them to the appropriate resources. By ensuring that basic needs are met, we empower individuals to reach their full potential, embodying a truly person-centered approach to healthcare. Deploying digital solutions, leveraging AI and combining that with human empathy and guided support we can make a difference on a much larger scale. Let’s create healthier communities together. Let's continue to work to address these fundamental issues and transform our healthcare system into one that recognizes and acts on the broader social factors affecting health. Very proud to work with the entire UMASS team and our amazing Get Well navigators who embody this commitment everyday.

Local Community Health Centers provide high-quality #medicalcare to people who may not have access to the traditional #healthcare system in order to improve #wellbeing and alleviate social disparities in the area. These centers work to address issues that may lead to poor health — conditions such as poverty, nutrition, mental illness, or homelessness. Regardless of size, location, and type — every #medicalfacility needs seating solutions that meet the unique needs of their patients and providers. Champion's quality products are engineered to be safe, comfortable, accessible, and convenient — just like the medical care offered at Community Health Centers.  Learn more about these integral medical facilities and how we support them in our latest blog, "What Is a Community-Based Health Center?" https://lnkd.in/ggxmn8JH #ChampionChair #ChampionsOfCare #NHCW23 #NationalHealthCenterWeek #HealthcareInnovation #HealthTech #Medtech #HealthcareProducts #DecisionMakers #HealthcareDesign #PersonCenteredDesign #PatientCenteredCare #Medicine

Today we released our 2020-2022 Impact Report, "On the Road to NACHC of the Future," which captures the work of NACHC and the Community Health Center Movement during a unique time. For Community Health Centers, this period was marked by unprecedented challenge and change. Health centers demonstrated the strengths of a nationwide network of community health providers by confronting the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic head-on in rural and urban medically underserved communities. Together with Community Health Centers, NACHC stood resolute in our shared mission to save lives and lead the nation towards addressing health inequities in the future by always putting patients first. View the report: https://lnkd.in/e9xazm8M #WeAreNACHC #ValueCHCs

Did you know despite an increasing commitment to #HealthEquity in #healthcare broadly, research shows that HUGE disparities still exist. 📉📊 Community Health Centers are doing the hard work of addressing clinical AND nonclinical needs of patients. See u soon National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) #NACHCevents #communityhealth #healthit #digitalhealth

Community Health Centers serve as lifelines for underserved communities, bridging the gap in healthcare access. These centers play a vital role in providing comprehensive services, including primary care, dental care, mental health support, and more, ensuring that everyone has equal opportunities for a healthier life. ⠀ By offering a wide range of medical services under one roof, Community Health Centers foster integrated and patient-centered care. They focus on preventive measures, early detection, and disease management, promoting better health outcomes for individuals and communities. ⠀ Let's extend our support and appreciation to the dedicated healthcare professionals and staff working tirelessly in these centers. Their commitment to building healthier communities and reducing health disparities is truly commendable. ⠀ Together, let's raise awareness about the significance of Community Health Centers and advocate for continued support and investment in these vital institutions. Empowering everyone with access to quality healthcare is a collective responsibility. ⠀ ⠀ #communityhealthcenters #healthcareaccess #healthequity #underservedcommunities #integratedcare #patientcenteredcare #preventivehealth #healthcareprofessionals

🌟 Happy Social Prescribing Day! 🌟 Two years ago, I embarked on a journey with #socialprescribing that has since transformed my professional pursuits. As a founding member of the International Social Prescribing Pharmacy Association (ISPPA) and the Canadian Social Prescribing Student Collective (CSPSC), which is under the umbrella of the Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing, I dedicate much of my time to promoting this #holistichealthcare among #pharmacists and the #student community. At ISPPA, we're championing the integration of social prescribing into pharmacy practice, empowering pharmacists to offer patients pathways to non-medical community support. We are also working with stakeholders globally to visualize why #pharmacy is ideal for identifying social prescribing needs in communities across the globe. My work with CSPSC further extends this passion by focusing on publishing research highlighting the benefits and implementation of social prescribing among students and educating students through conferences and webinars. This dual role has allowed me to advocate for a broader recognition of social prescribing's role in addressing health holistically, especially within academic settings. As we mark Social Prescribing Day, let's celebrate the strides we've made and the future advancements we strive towards. Together, we can ensure that social prescribing becomes a cornerstone of comprehensive healthcare, benefiting communities and individuals across the globe. #SocialPrescribingDay #Pharmacy #HolisticHealth #StudentWellbeing

All eyes are on #PublicHealth post-pandemic. Learn how COVID-19 led to a shift in the delivery of #HealthCare, and the importance of high-tech, high-touch community health care. https://deloi.tt/3KYALer

"One of the things I love about community health centers is that they're able to pull together that vision of team-based care: That everybody is working for the good of the patient because they are a mission-driven organization." In this video, Lora Council highlights what can help health centers thrive with a team-based care model. (Hint: It's all about the seamless data flow.) https://lnkd.in/gEi_DUdi #valuebasedcare #teambasedcare #healthcareinnovation

🚩🚩Does your FQHC have any of these revenue cycle red flags??🚩🚩With THE MEDCOR GROUP, INC. denials rates are <3% with an average of 30 days reduction in AR. Find us at the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) CHI Conference Booth #505. This one conversation can have a major impact on your bottom line. #valuechcs #FQHC #revenuecycle #NACHCCHI2023

Towards the end of 2023, XFERALL was lucky enough to co-host a #webinar with Hospital Council - Northern & Central California discussing how to Expedite Access to Behavioral Health Treatment. Joined by a panel of industry experts, healthcare professionals shared their experience with XFERALL and just how big of an impact it has made at their facilites. Watch a clip from the panel discussion below! #BehavioralHealth #MentalHealth #Healthcare