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Pharmacists in Federally Qualified Health Centers: Models of Care to Improve Chronic Disease

Year: 2019

Type: article

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: ) control (≤9%) and 3) blood pressure control (<140/90 mm Hg). METHODS: We evaluated MTM provided by pharmacists in 10 FQHCs in Ohio through qualitative thematic analysis of semi-structured interviews with pharmacists and FQHC leadership and aggregate reporting of clinical markers. RESULTS: ≤9%, and 79% (n = 758 of 959) achieved blood pressure <140/90 mm Hg. CONCLUSION: Through this statewide collaborative, access for patients in FQHCs to MTM by pharmacists increased. The factors we identified that facilitate MTM practice models can be used to enhance the models to achieve clinical goals. Collaboration among clinic staff and community partners can improve models of care and improve chronic disease outcomes.

Source: Preventing Chronic Disease

DOI: 10.5888/pcd16.190163

Authors: Jennifer L. Rodis, Traci R. Capesius, Julie T. Rainey, Magdi H. Awad, Carrie Hornbeck Fox

Institutions: The Ohio State University, Northeast Ohio Medical University, Ohio Department of Health

Language: English

Topic: Pharmacy and Medical Practices

Subfield: Pharmacy

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

Funders: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion