Pharmacist-driven DM effort relies on predictive data combined with modest intervention.
Given the high number of patients who fail to take their medicines as directed, there is a strong case to be made that pharmacists could play a much stronger role in DM efforts. Now, Costa Mesa, CA-based Prescription Solutions is testing that theory out with two new programs that target high-risk individuals with CHF and osteoarthritis. See how the programs combine predictive modeling technology with modest telephonic interventions to prevent mildly ill patients from deteriorating.
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