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Disease management primer: managing dollars by managing disease
Laura S Wieners1, Leann R Harris
1Aon's Communication Consulting, Winston-Salem, USA.
Employee Benefits Journal
|September 11, 2003
Summary
Preventable chronic and acute conditions drive high healthcare costs. Disease management programs for patients with chronic illnesses can control expenses and improve employee health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Public Health
- Preventive Medicine
Background:
- High healthcare expenditures are often linked to chronic and serious acute conditions.
- Many of these costly conditions are preventable through targeted interventions.
- Effective patient management strategies are crucial for controlling healthcare spending.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the potential of patient-centered programs in managing chronic conditions.
- To explore the impact of disease management on overall healthcare costs.
- To identify strategies for improving employee health outcomes through proactive care.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of healthcare cost data associated with chronic conditions.
- Review of existing disease management program models.
- Evaluation of program effectiveness in improving patient health and reducing expenses.
Main Results:
- Chronic conditions represent a significant financial burden on healthcare systems.
- Disease management programs demonstrate potential for cost containment.
- Improved management of chronic illnesses leads to better employee health.
Conclusions:
- Developing targeted programs for patients with chronic conditions is essential for controlling healthcare costs.
- Disease management initiatives can alleviate financial strain and enhance employee well-being.
- Preventive care and proactive management are key to a sustainable healthcare future.