How private Medicare plans affect health outcomes for older adults
Private Medicare Plans and Health Outcomes for Older Adults
This study looks at how private Medicare plans affect the health of older adults, especially those with ongoing health issues, to help improve care and make better healthcare choices for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10874660 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of private Medicare plans on the health outcomes of older adults, particularly those with chronic conditions. By analyzing new data from private Medicare claims and state all-payer claims databases, the study aims to evaluate how these plans influence care quality and patient health. It focuses on both the potential benefits of improved care coordination and the risks of reduced necessary care for high-risk patients. The goal is to provide insights that could inform better healthcare decisions for older adults enrolled in these plans.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults enrolled in private Medicare plans, especially those with chronic conditions like asthma, cardiovascular diseases, or diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not enrolled in private Medicare plans or those who do not have chronic health conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for older adults by identifying which private Medicare plans provide better care for high-risk patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown varying outcomes regarding the effectiveness of private Medicare plans, indicating that this area is both relevant and in need of further exploration.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- University of California Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Curto, Vilsa Eliana — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Curto, Vilsa Eliana
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.