Why Should I Enroll in a CCM Program?
Patients who enroll in CCM services most commonly have two or more chronic diagnoses which will last for twelve months or longer. In general, enrolled patients are identified as individuals who would benefit from additional monitoring or oversight of their health, including vitals and general well-being. A couple of reasons why patients should consider enrolling in CCM services are:
Chronic diseases are the leading cause of death and disability in the United States.
Enrolling in CCM services can help prevent or reduce hospitalizations and adverse health events.
For patients’ perspectives on CCM, please watch this short video.
What Does This Do For Me as a Patient?
Besides building a closer relationship with your healthcare team, this program also:
Provides regular health status updates to your doctor
Works to reduce the amount of in-office doctor visits and hospitalizations
Remotely monitors and records changes in your health condition(s) over time
Provides you with additional support from your care team
What’s Next?
Now that you’ve learned about Chronic Care Management (CCM) services, you might also be interested in the following topics: