Improving identification and management of functional impairment in older veterans
Official title: A Partnered Evaluation to Improve Identification and Management of Functional Impairment and Frailty for Older Veterans in VA Primary Care
Run by VA Office of Research and Development · NCT06404970 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new way to help older veterans identify and manage difficulties they have with daily activities to improve their overall care and access to services.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 60 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 10000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | VA Office of Research and Development Federal |
| Locations | 1 site (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | March 3, 2025 |
| Main results expected | November 30, 2026 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | June 18, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06404970 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this initiative are veterans aged 60 and older who receive care in Veterans Health Administration primary care settings.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are younger than 60 years old or who are not veterans will not benefit from this initiative.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This initiative aims to enhance the measurement of functional status among older veterans in primary care settings by implementing a patient-centered, low-burden screening intervention. The study focuses on identifying functional impairments that affect daily activities, which is crucial for optimizing care and anticipating service needs. By utilizing standardized measurement tools, the initiative seeks to improve the management of functional impairment, thereby increasing access to necessary services and supports for older veterans. The evaluation will provide valuable data to inform strategic planning within the Veterans Health Administration.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could significantly improve the quality of life for older veterans by enhancing their functional independence and access to care.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in implementing similar patient-centered interventions to improve functional status measurement, indicating a promising approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Veteran * \>60 years old * Seen in Veterans Health Administration primary care after implementation begins Exclusion Criteria: * Non-Veteran * \<60 years old * Not seen in Veterans Health Administration primary care
Where it's running
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Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Rebecca T. Brown, MD MPH — Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA
- Study coordinator: Rebecca T Brown, MD MPH
- Email: rebecca.brown@va.gov
- Phone: (215) 823-5800
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.