How to Address Mental Health of Seniors with Value-Based Care
Managed Healthcare Executive released a report on how to address the mental health needs of seniors using a value-based care approach.
February 15, 2021 – Managed Healthcare Executive released a report on how to address the mental health needs of seniors using a value-based care approach. Caring for seniors requires attending to both their physical and emotional health, but the latter is typically not treated. However, 1 in 4 older adults in the U.S. suffers from at least one mental health disorder, which means it is pertinent that mental health is a focus for senior care. By integrating mental and physical healthcare, the gap can be bridged.
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