Improving care for high-cost patients with diabetes through coordinated services
DP20-002 A Pragmatic Nationwide RCT of Coordinated Medical, Behavioral, and Social Services to Improve Care and Utilization among High-Cost, High-Need Insured Patients with Diabetes
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES · NIH-10854709
This study is looking at a new program that helps people with diabetes by bringing together their medical care, mental health support, and help with everyday needs like food and housing, to see if this makes them healthier and cuts down on hospital visits.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (LOS ANGELES, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10854709 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates a nationwide program aimed at improving the care of high-cost, high-need patients with diabetes by coordinating medical, behavioral, and social services. The program, developed by UCLA in partnership with United Healthcare, focuses on providing comprehensive support that addresses not only medical needs but also social determinants of health, such as food and housing insecurity. By employing a pragmatic randomized control trial, the research evaluates the effectiveness of this approach in reducing complications and healthcare utilization among patients. Participants will receive integrated care designed to enhance their overall health outcomes and reduce costs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are commercially insured adults with diabetes who are considered high-cost and high-need due to their medical and social complexities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not commercially insured or do not have diabetes may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced healthcare costs for patients with diabetes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar coordinated care approaches, indicating potential for meaningful improvements in patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
LOS ANGELES, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES — LOS ANGELES, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MANGIONE, CAROL M — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES
- Study coordinator: MANGIONE, CAROL 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.