Understanding how veterans experience care coordination under the MISSION Act
Patient Experience of Specialty Care Coordination under the MISSION Act
This study is looking at how well veterans with chronic conditions like diabetes and heart issues are getting help with their healthcare through the MISSION Act, comparing the support they receive from the VA and community clinics, so we can find ways to make their care even better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bedford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11262176 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the experiences of veterans receiving specialty care coordination through the MISSION Act, focusing on those with chronic conditions like diabetes, congestive heart failure, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. By conducting surveys, the study aims to compare the coordination of care provided by the VA versus community care settings. It will gather insights from patients, primary care providers, and specialists to identify areas for improvement in care coordination. The findings will help enhance the quality of care for veterans by addressing specific challenges they face in navigating their healthcare.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans with chronic medical conditions requiring specialty care coordination.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have chronic conditions or are not veterans may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved care coordination for veterans, enhancing their overall healthcare experience and outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in improving care coordination through patient-centered approaches, making this study a valuable continuation of those efforts.
Where this research is happening
Bedford, United States
- Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital — Bedford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vimalananda, Varsha — Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital
- Study coordinator: Vimalananda, Varsha
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.