Improving care coordination for high-risk patients
Care Coordination and Outcomes for High Risk Patients: Building the Evidence for Implementation
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · PORTLAND VA MEDICAL CENTER · NIH-10948900
This study is looking at ways to help veterans who have complex health needs get better access to the right healthcare services, so they can improve their overall health and well-being.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | PORTLAND VA MEDICAL CENTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PORTLAND, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10948900 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing care coordination for high-risk patients, particularly veterans, to improve their access to healthcare and clinical outcomes. It evaluates new care coordination needs assessment tools designed to match patients with appropriate services based on their complex clinical and psychosocial needs. By analyzing routinely collected data and gathering insights from both veterans and healthcare providers, the research aims to identify effective practices and their impacts on patient care. The ultimate goal is to ensure that high-need veterans receive the support they require for better health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are high-risk veterans who require complex care coordination due to their clinical and psychosocial needs.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have complex care needs or are not veterans may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare access and outcomes for high-risk patients, particularly veterans.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives in care coordination, particularly within the VA system, have shown success in improving patient experiences and outcomes, suggesting a positive outlook for this research.
Where this research is happening
PORTLAND, UNITED STATES
- PORTLAND VA MEDICAL CENTER — PORTLAND, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HYNES, DENISE M. — PORTLAND VA MEDICAL CENTER
- Study coordinator: HYNES, DENISE M.
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.