As the American population continues to age, the priorities of the healthcare system must be readjusted. The National Council on Aging states that about 80% of older adults have at least one chronic condition. Primary care clinicians a unique opportunity to provide these elderly patients with particularly effective have comprehensive care. Ensuring that older adults have their health needs taken care of often requires the entire health team, making care coordination even more important. Elderly patients with chronic conditions, especially if they have more than one, benefit greatly from care that is simple and streamlined. Having a primary care clinician and team that are able to provide comprehensive, patient centered care is essential in ensuring that this population receives the quality care they need and deserve.
Title | Source | Date |
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Primary Care & COVID-19: Patient Survey:Round 6 | Primary Care Collaborative | July 26, 2021 |
Primary Care & COVID-19: Round 23 Survey | Primary Care Collaborative | November 23, 2020 |
Primary Care & COVID-19: Round 24 Survey | Primary Care Collaborative | January 4, 2021 |
Primary Care & COVID-19: Round 25 Survey | Primary Care Collaborative | February 10, 2021 |
Primary Care & COVID-19: Round 26 Survey | Primary Care Collaborative | February 23, 2021 |
Primary Care & COVID-19: Round 27 Survey | Primary Care Collaborative | March 29, 2021 |
Primary Care & COVID-19: Round 28 Survey | Primary Care Collaborative | April 21, 2021 |
Primary Care & COVID-19: Round 29 Survey | Primary Care Collaborative | July 27, 2021 |
Primary Care & COVID-19: Round 30 Survey | Primary Care Collaborative | September 30, 2021 |
Primary Care & COVID-19: Round 31 Survey | Primary Care Collaborative | October 15, 2021 |