Examining how a new healthcare program affects patients with Alzheimer's and related dementias
The Impact of the Accountable Care Organization Realizing Equity, Access, and Community Health (ACO REACH) Program on Outcomes and Equity for Patients with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias
['FUNDING_R01'] · WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY · NIH-11162446
This study is looking at how the ACO REACH program helps improve health and care for people with Alzheimer's and related dementias, especially for those from different backgrounds, by comparing their experiences with those in other Medicare programs.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11162446 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effects of the ACO REACH program on health outcomes and equity for patients with Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias. The program aims to improve care for older adults by moving them into accountable care organizations, where healthcare providers work together to enhance quality and manage costs. The study will compare the outcomes of patients enrolled in ACO REACH with those in the traditional Medicare Shared Savings program and those not in any ACO program. By focusing on health inequities, the research seeks to identify effective strategies that can improve care for diverse populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease or related dementias, particularly those from minoritized racial and ethnic groups or those living in poverty.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have Alzheimer's Disease or related dementias may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare outcomes and reduced disparities for patients with Alzheimer's and related dementias.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown that accountable care organizations can improve healthcare delivery, suggesting potential success for this novel approach focused on equity.
Where this research is happening
SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES
- WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY — SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: JOYNT MADDOX, KAREN ELLEN — WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: JOYNT MADDOX, KAREN ELLEN
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions: Alzheimer disease dementia, Alzheimer syndrome, Alzheimer's Disease, Alzheimer's disease and related dementia