Becker's Healthcare April 15, 2019
Providers play an important role in helping patients take a proactive, preventive approach to improving and sustaining their health and quality of life.
By considering financial barriers to care as a social determinant of health, providers can help patients make the best choices by acknowledging the possibility of cost concerns and offering advice or solutions to help patients with their out-of-pocket obligations. In addition to helping patients enjoy better health for longer, this can also benefit providers by strengthening patient relationships, enhancing the patient experience, and encouraging retention and referrals.
Improving the patient experience by prioritizing wellness
As out-of-pocket healthcare spending rises1, patients may take a less proactive approach in seeking preventative care, simply due to the fact that they...
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