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Implementing a predictive modeling program, part II: Use of motivational interviewing in a predictive modeling
1Presbyterian Health Plan, PO Box 27489, Albuquerque, NM 87125, USA. jcalhoun@phs.org
Abstract:
This is the second article of a two-part series about issues encountered in implementing a predictive modeling program. Part I looked at how to effectively implement a program and discussed helpful hints and lessons learned for case managers who are required to change their approach to patients. In Part II, we discuss the readiness to change model, examine the spirit of motivational interviewing and related techniques, and explore how motivational interviewing is different from more traditional interviewing and assessment methods.
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