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Managing Social Determinants of Health During COVID-19
Addressing the social health needs of those ill with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a challenge for providers and health care systems. On this episode of Managed Care Cast, we speak with Bechara Choucair, MD, senior vice president and chief health officer for Kaiser Permanente, who discusses the organization's guide that walks clinicians through considerations to keep in mind when screening patients in order to improve health outcomes as well as reduce community transmission.
Addressing the social health needs of those ill with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a challenge for providers and health care systems. On this episode of Managed Care Cast, we speak with Bechara Choucair, MD, senior vice president and chief health officer for Kaiser Permanente, who discusses the organization's guide that walks clinicians through considerations to keep in mind when screening patients for unmet social needs in order to improve health outcomes as well as reduce community transmission.
The playbook, which includes information about behavioral health, can help physicians and others connect patients to local resources and provides guidance about ensuring follow-up.
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Resources:
MJH Life Sciences COVID-19 Coalition Webinar
January 12, 2021, at 6PM ET
Color and COVID-19—The Virus’ Disproportionate Impact
A Timeline of COVID-19 Developments in 2020
Read our 3-part series on this topic here:
COVID-19 and Health Disparities: Preexisting Factors Impact Exposure, Recovery
COVID-19 and Health Disparities: Could Eroded Public Trust Impede a Rebound?
COVID-19 and Health Disparities: An Opportunity to Refocus Resources?
Regenerating Neurons, Muscle, and Hope in the Field of Muscular Dystrophy
March 13th 2025The 2025 Muscular Dystrophy Association Clinical & Scientific Conference, convening in Dallas, Texas, from March 16-18, will feature clinical updates, expert insights, and breaking trial findings that sum up to a new frontier of care for neuromuscular diseases.
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Varied Access: The Pharmacogenetic Testing Coverage Divide
February 18th 2025On this episode of Managed Care Cast, we speak with the author of a study published in the February 2025 issue of The American Journal of Managed Care® to uncover significant differences in coverage decisions for pharmacogenetic tests across major US health insurers.
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