Hospitals are tasked with caring for members of many high-risk populations, such as senior citizens. Because Medicare and other payors are tying payment to patient outcomes, facilities must have a plan in place to manage the unique needs of patients with multiple chronic conditions and other significant health issues.
As written in an article from Hospitals & Health Networks, older adults are often juggling several chronic conditions, such as diabetes and arthritis. Once they reach age 75, almost 80% of Americans have at least two chronic conditions.
