HIT Consultant May 13, 2019
Joel Landau

In a perfect world, every individual would have equal access to adequate healthcare services regardless of socioeconomic status or cultural background. In the real world, both play a significant role in the level and quality of care a person might receive. It is critical that the healthcare industry as a whole remains cognizant of social and cultural determinants as it continues to innovate and transition towards value-based care models.

We have long been aware of the care challenges faced by low-income Americans. Low-income neighborhoods are often plagued by limited access to providers and the inability to afford necessary services. Moreover, the challenge of finding a provider who respects their personal and cultural beliefs makes finding suitable care extremely difficult. Fortunately,...

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