Health Access

In this CME Outfitters Snack, expert faculty will explore strategies for enhancing health literacy and overcoming LEP barriers. The focus will be on interdisciplinary collaboration to improve patient outcomes and equity in health care delivery. Learners will be equipped with tools such as Transcreation and the Teach-Back Method to address health literacy in practice.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, expert faculty will address the gaps in trauma-informed and share best practices for improving the quality of care provided to all patients, including individuals affected by trauma and gender diversity, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes and enhanced professional practice.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, expert faculty will educate healthcare providers on implementing age-friendly principles in clinical care and as part of a collaborative team to improve outcomes for aging patients. Participants will learn to identify and integrate the 4 Ms into patient care, recognize the applicability of NCQA HEDIS measures for healthy aging, and address HRSN to enhance care delivery. By fostering engagement, promoting education, and developing strategies to meet older adults’ needs, this program seeks to create a more inclusive and effective healthcare environment.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, expert faculty will explore strategies for enhancing SDM, improving health literacy, and addressing SDoH and health-related social needs (HRSN). The focus will be on interdisciplinary collaboration to empower patients and improve health outcomes through informed and equitable care. Learners will understand how SDM improves health equity and how to implement actionable strategies, including the USPSTF recommendations and the 5 As of Motivational Interviewing, to integrate SDM into clinical practice.

During this concise, on-demand educational discussion, expert panelists will advocate for aging populations and their caregivers, revealing the structural pressures that enable ageism and racism to persist, and highlighting strategies to address health-related social needs for this underserved population.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, expert faculty will explore strategies to improve health equity in oral health care. The focus will be on understanding and addressing the upstream, midstream, and downstream factors contributing to these disparities, such as implicit bias, socioeconomic status, and lack of access to preventive care. Learners will gain actionable strategies to promote equitable oral health care, including the use of interprofessional collaboration, culturally competent care, and innovative technologies like smartphone applications to improve care utilization among underserved populations. These strategies aim to enhance diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes for marginalized groups, fostering a more equitable oral health care system.

EPSDT has the potential to improve health outcomes for all eligible children by ensuring they receive needed health services as early as possible in a variety of settings, including at school. This educational discussion led by national experts will introduce EPSDT, what it covers, and how it can be used to address social determinants of health in the delivery of high-quality health care.

CAHPS and HEDIS measures are updated annually to ensure that the information collected is relevant and actionable. These changes have a particular impact on patients with chronic illnesses and complicated social determinants of health. This educational presentation, hosted by national experts, will look at the updates to CAHPS and HEDIS, how they impact quality care and experience, and what this means for clinicians.

In this CMEO Snack, expert faculty will guide learners through a discussion of the unique care barriers and facilitators and their impact on individuals with disabilities as well as strategies for clinical practice that address the health-related social needs of these patients.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, expert faculty will provide evidence-based strategies for healthcare professionals to address food insecurity by promoting community-based interventions, leveraging local partnerships, and integrating culturally appropriate programs. Participants will explore the role of nutrition in managing chronic diseases, the importance of food access in preventive care, and the value of the interprofessional care network in improving health equity. Culturally tailored approaches and collaboration with local organizations will be emphasized to reduce health disparities and promote better outcomes in underserved communities.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, expert faculty will provide evidence-based strategies for healthcare professionals to address food insecurity by promoting community-based interventions, leveraging local partnerships, and integrating culturally tailored programs. Participants will explore the role of nutrition in managing chronic diseases and the importance of food access in preventive care, with the aim of reducing health disparities in underserved populations.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, expert faculty will share evidence-based strategies to integrate SDOH screening into healthcare practices, collaborate with community partners, and address the social needs of patients. Participants will learn how to use community resources to help patients manage chronic diseases and improve their overall health by addressing key drivers like food insecurity.

Clinical experts will lead an educational discussion on best practices designed to mitigate some of these disparities and engender mutual trust in the health care setting. This presentation shares interventions that address and relieve stigma experienced by Hispanic/Latino patients with the goal of making the clinic a place where they feel welcome and heard.

This educational discussion will identify the health-related social needs of LGBTQIA+ patients and will share practice strategies such as gender- and trauma-informed care that improve clinicians’ cultural humility and help make the experience safe and welcoming for all patients.

During this educational presentation, clinical experts who work with these communities will discuss interventions for reducing some of the barriers to care that rural-residing patients now endure, such as improving health literacy and access to person-centered care.

During this program, national experts will examine how racism, discrimination, and inter-generational trauma impact clinical care practices for Black/African American patients. The educational discussion will center on introducing trauma-informed care practices and other trust-building interventions into clinical care to improve patient outcomes and address health-related social needs for Black/African American patients.

This educational presentation features health care experts who will share actionable strategies for incorporating the use of personal pronouns into clinical practice to foster a safe and inclusive care environment.

In this CMEO Snack, expert faculty will meet to discuss the unique needs of Veteran patients as well as practical strategies that can be integrated into clinical practice (such as cultural humility) to mitigate disparities in treatment and outcomes for this patient population.

In this educational discussion, national experts will discuss a new CMS pilot program that enables clinicians to use novel methods to address HRSN via Medicare resources. This approach, called “In Lieu of Services” (ILOS) uses Medicaid funds to pay for services that are not traditionally medical, but can potentially improve patient outcomes in a more cost-effective manner than traditional treatments. The program will also highlight the screening and assessment best practices and empathetic inquiry skills necessary to identify and address HRSN.

This CMEO BriefCase episode will focus on factors for disparities in joint arthroplasty procedures and strategies clinicians can implement to improve racial equity in orthopedic arthroplasty and surgical care.

This CME Outfitters BriefCase will feature patient case studies that illustrate disparities in oral health and practical steps dental health professionals can take to mitigate these in their own practice to eliminate barriers to equitable dental and oral health care in patients of color.

In this CME Outfitters BriefCase, faculty experts will guide learners through patient case scenarios reflecting the impact of biases, disparities, and health inequities that reduce the quality of vision care for racial and ethnic underserved patients. This program will provide actionable strategies, empowering attendees to identify factors and implement changes in practice to improve vision treatment.

In this CME Outfitters BriefCase, Drs. Peek and Brown will guide learners through a patient case scenario reflective of the impact of biases, disparities, and health inequities that reduce the quality of joint health care for racial and ethnic underserved patients. This program will provide actionable strategies, empowering attendees to recognize factors that contribute to care inequities and implement changes in practice to improve access to tools and treatment for patients with joint health concerns.

This CME Outfitters Newsletter article focuses on historical and present-day sources of health care disparities as discussed in a trail-blazing, two-day, round-table seminar. The discussion included the effects that disparate health and health care have on vulnerable minority populations, and specific strategies to mitigate structural and interpersonal racism to counter these disparities and promote best practices for equitable patient treatment and outcomes.

In this CME Outfitters podcast, expert faculty detail the systemic and social determinants that contribute to oral health disparities, particularly the factors that contribute to dental health disparities in patients of color. Faculty also provide action steps for medical and dental HCPs to help mitigate inequities in oral health and the consequences of poor dental care.

This CMEOCast podcast will focus on the role of health systems in addressing structural racism and clinician/staff biases and how health systems administrators can integrate best practices to support patients and reduce disparities in care.

In this podcast installment of a multi-prong diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) series, Drs. Peek, Ramsey, and Shoge will discuss strategies vital to combating inequities in vision care. The conversation will describe modern day issues in how unconscious bias, health disparities, and health inequities all influence quality of care and provide real-world action steps to improve vision care for all patients.

In this podcast installment of a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) series, Drs. Peek and Chen will discuss strategies vital to combating biases and inequities in joint health care. This engaging discussion will discuss modern day issues that need addressed to ensure equitable health care and the faculty will provide real-world action steps to improve joint health care for all patients.

In this CME Outfitters webcast, expert faculty will discuss unconscious bias, racial and ethnic disparities, and health inequities and lay the foundation to implement real-world strategies and actionable steps for health care professionals (HCPs) and non-HCPs, including office, administrative, and support staff. This webcast will also integrate the patient perspective and allow learners to recognize how patients are impacted throughout their care and best practices that can improve care and outcomes for all.

The CME Outfitters Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) phase 1 initiative focused on six key therapeutic areas: maternal health, cardiovascular care, pain management, oral health, dermatologic health/melanoma, and elective surgery. Each of these areas face significant health inequities, leading to increased morbidity and mortality rates among  underserved populations. This digital monograph illustrates the impact of the educational initiative on HCP knowledge and competence as well as patient outcomes.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, part of a collection on health access and social responsibility, expert faculty will identify factors that contribute to disparities in palliative care access and utilization for underserved communities and will develop actionable strategies for the multidisciplinary care team to provide personalized palliative care that considers social drivers of health and patient culture.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, part of a series on health access, social responsibility, and neurodiversity, expert faculty will identify methods to create inclusive workplace environments for individuals who are neurodiverse and will develop communication strategies to facilitate interprofessional collaboration when caring for patients who are neurodiverse.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, part of a series on health access, social responsibility, and neurodiversity, expert faculty will differentiate between psychiatric conditions and cognitive differences in patients who are neurodivergent and will demonstrate communication strategies with patients/caregivers that address the relationship between psychiatric comorbidities and neurodiversity. Faculty will also review a case and provide takeaway points.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, part of a series on health access, social responsibility, and neurodiversity, expert faculty will compare the neurodiversity model to the medical model and will evaluate biases that negatively impact interactions of patients who are neurodivergent.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, part of a series on health access, social responsibility, and neurodiversity, expert faculty will compare the neurodiversity model to the medical model and will evaluate biases that negatively impact interactions of patients who are neurodivergent.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, part of a series on health access, social responsibility, and neurodiversity, expert faculty will discuss strategies to improve communication with patients who are neurodivergent during routine clinical encounters and will identify social drivers of health that are unique in neurodiverse populations

In this CME Outfitters Snack, part of a collection on health access and social responsibility, expert faculty will guide learners through an engaging activity designed to help them identify the intent of the CMS Excellent Health Outcomes for All (EHO4all) reward program as well as assess the implementation timeline and integration of EHO4all into the 2027 Medicare Advantage Star Ratings. Faculty will also foster understanding of best practices in the implementation of team-based strategies to support equitable care delivery as part of EHO4all for dually eligible individuals, recipients of low-income subsidy, and individuals with disabilities.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, part of a collection on health access and social responsibility, expert faculty will identify educational and care-based gaps that impact health care outcomes for individuals with disabilities, and demonstrate collaborative strategies for the interprofessional, multidisciplinary team to improve inclusive practices and optimize care for individuals with disabilities.

In this CME Outfitters BriefCase, part of a collection on health equity, expert faculty will discuss actionable strategies to enhance health equity in the treatment of ABCD. The focus will be on identifying and mitigating the impact of social drivers of health (SDoH), integrating holistic and culturally congruent care strategies, and employing team-based approaches to ensure equitable treatment outcomes. Learners will gain tools to improve diagnosis, intervention, and long-term care for patients with ABCD, particularly those from high-risk, underserved populations.

In this CMEO Snack, expert faculty will discuss the integration of patient-centered communication strategies that incorporate appropriate formality, family engagement, and effective use of interpretation services as well as provide strategies to apply plain-language and medical Spanish communication techniques, including teach-back, to enhance patient understanding during multilingual encounters.

This CMEO Snack will highlight strategies to better identify common cultural beliefs and trust-related factors that affect perspectives on illness, healing, home remedies, and use of medication uses. Additionally, expert faculty will discuss culturally responsive communication strategies to address traditional remedies, community influence, and health beliefs alongside evidence-based recommendations when counseling Latine patients on medication and chronic disease.

In this CMEO Snack, expert faculty will share strategies on how to better integrate Latine cultural values into pharmacy practice to facilitate trust, enhance shared decision-making (SDM), improve health outcomes for Spanish-speaking patients, and utilize culturally responsive communication techniques in patient counseling to overcome barriers to care.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, part of a series on health equity, expert faculty will review EPSDT standards for screening, diagnostic, and treatment services, including required documentation for coverage for children and adolescents. Faculty will integrate evidence-based approaches, including use of age-appropriate developmental and behavioral screening tools within the EPSDT framework to identify and address common pediatric conditions in diverse populations. Learners will be guided to strengthen behavioral health screening, risk assessment, referral, and follow-up for Medicaid-enrolled children and adolescents using culturally sensitive and family-centered strategies.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, part of a series on health equity, expert faculty will identify cross-sector roles guiding care coordination in child and family health including integration with schools, welfare agencies, and community partners. Faculty will differentiate the unique assessment and support needs for children and adolescents with developmental disabilities including roles of coordinated services, culturally sensitive care, and shared decision-making. Learners will be guided through employing evidence-based strategies to address continuity of care during the transition from child and adolescent care to adult care across the fields of medical, behavioral, legal, and education/vocation services, particularly with patients with complex needs. Lastly, faculty will implement culturally sensitive coordination practices with tribal nations and Indigenous communities that honor sovereignty, promote trust, and uphold best practices aligned with ICWA in cross-sector partnerships.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, part of a series on health equity, expert faculty will address these gaps by assessing the impact of trauma and ACEs on child and adolescent development, health and behaviors, particularly in diverse patient populations. Faculty will utilize validated age- and setting-appropriate trauma screening and assessment tools within a culturally sensitive framework to address the needs of diverse pediatric populations. Learners will be shown how to develop a trauma-informed implementation plan with team roles, training touchpoints, and process measures and collaboration with community-based resources to mitigate barriers and promote equitable health access in underserved populations.

In this CME Outfitters BriefCase, expert faculty will discuss the impact of implicit bias and structural inequities on referral patterns, access to bariatric surgery, and postoperative outcomes across diverse patient populations, as well as evidence-based approaches to reduce disparities in bariatric surgery.

In this CME Outfitters Podcast, expert faculty will guide learners to better identify key social needs that impact health outcomes in underserved patient populations and Implement nursing education strategies that address social drivers of health and empower patients through improved health literacy and access to resources.

In this CME Outfitters OnDemand webcast, expert faculty will examine how unconscious bias affects nursing care and patient outcomes across varied clinical environments. They will provide strategies to deliver culturally sensitive care by leveraging the nursing network’s unique capacity to share best practices, amplify each patient’s voice, and address education, health literacy, and social drivers of health.

In this CME Outfitters recorded webcast, expert faculty will examine socioeconomic, geographic, and systemic factors that contribute to disparities in clinical trial access, particularly in underserved or community-based settings. Faculty will help learners identify interprofessional strategies, including use of culturally responsive communication, patient navigators, and advocacy partnerships, to engage underrepresented patients in clinical trial discussions and enrollment.

In this CME Outfitters Snack, part of a series on health equity, expert faculty will address these gaps by identifying the principles of culturally respectful child and adolescent care while modeling care plans that reflect and respect individual family priorities and preferred communication strategies. Faculty will demonstrate the use of comprehensive SDoH screening and management approaches and describe the benefits of closed-loop referrals for addressing identified family needs. Learners will be shown how to integrate system-level, compliant, coordinated workflows with schools and community resources to address the unique health needs of children and adolescents in diverse populations including rural and Indigenous settings.