Palliative care alleviates symptoms of serious illnesses, but disparities persist in access, particularly among Black and Hispanic populations compared to their White counterparts. Nadine Barrett, PhD, MA, MS, PhD, president of the Association of Cancer Care Centers (ACCC), highlights these inequities as a social justice issue. Despite its potential to improve quality of life for those with life-limiting illnesses, misconceptions and systemic barriers hinder its utilization. Factors contributing to disparities include racial inequities in healthcare access, cultural misunderstandings, and limited resources in underserved communities. Experts like Dr. Kimberly Johnson and others work to address these gaps, advocating for equitable palliative care. The ACCC emphasizes integrating palliative care into cancer treatment to ensure all patients receive comprehensive, high-quality care. During Hospice and Palliative Care Month, Barrett stresses the need for tools, resources, and organizational commitment to eliminate disparities and provide equitable care for all, particularly for symptom management. Our home health and hospice clients provide equitable palliative care by addressing underserved communities’ needs and offering culturally sensitive support. Our RCM team ensures accurate billing for palliative services, while our credentialing team facilitates timely provider onboarding, enabling access to high-quality, comprehensive care for all patients, regardless of background. Cliniqon is committed to delivering Guaranteed Quality, Ensured Compliance, and Unparalleled Outcomes in Home Health and Hospice agencies. #HomeHealthServices #HospiceCare #FrontEndServices #BackOfficeSolutions #HealthcareManagement #RevenueCycleManagement #HealthcareCompliance #PatientSupport #CareCoordination #MedicalBilling #ClaimsManagement #PatientEngagement #HealthcareOutsourcing #MedicalCoding #ProviderSupport #CliniqonCare #HealthcareSolutions #PatientCareExcellence #HomeHealthRCM #HospiceBilling AJMC - The American Journal of Managed Care
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3dIt's crucial that palliative care becomes more accessible to all, especially underserved communities. The work being done to address these disparities, including at Cliniqon, is so important in ensuring quality care reaches everyone who needs it.