Remember to discuss fall risk, urinary incontinence and physical activity with Medicare patients

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is always looking for ways to improve health and its programs. One way CMS does this is through the Medicare Health Outcome Survey. Based on information supplied by the National Committee for Quality Assurance, a random sample of Medicare Advantage members will be surveyed to find out how providers talk to them about these HEDIS^® effectiveness of care measures:

• Fall risk management
• Management of urinary incontinence in older adults
• Physical activity in older adults

The survey will be from April through July 2019.

The NCQA found that:

• Falls are the leading cause of death by injury in people 65 and older; every year, 1 in 3 older adults falls.
• Urinary incontinence is significantly underreported and underdiagnosed.
• Any amount of physical activity reduces the risk of developing certain chronic conditions and increases quality of life.

Review the HOS tip sheet to learn more about the survey, including what questions are asked and how you can address care opportunities with patients.

For more information about the HOS, click here.**

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