For many seniors, managing chronic conditions is as demanding as a full-time job. From trying to book appointments to figuring out prescriptions to following up with doctors, the system is often difficult to navigate, stressful, and time-consuming.
Fortunately, WeCare Practice Partners can help.
In this guide, we offer a basic overview of the benefits WeCare offers patients. Before we get into the details, let’s first cover some essentials.
What Is Chronic Care Management?
Chronic care management (CCM) is a Medicare-supported service that helps people manage long-term health conditions. CCM includes regular check-ins, coordination with medical providers, goal setting, and general assistance with daily health challenges.
Covered by Medicare
CCM is covered under Medicare Part B, so many seniors already qualify for the service; they just may not realize it. Copays are typically minimal, which makes CCM worth exploring.
How WeCare Helps Seniors with Chronic Care Management
WeCare offers a direct, concierge-style model for patients with chronic care management needs.
Whether it’s scheduling an appointment, getting help with transportation, or establishing healthy lifestyle habits, WeCare is there to assist each patient with personalized support.
Need a Doctor’s Appointment? WeCare Makes the Call
One of the biggest frustrations for seniors is getting through to the clinic. Long hold times, confusing phone systems, and missed callbacks can leave patients feeling stuck.
WeCare acts as a direct line of support. If a patient needs to make a medical appointment, WeCare’s care team steps in and handles the back-and-forth with the provider.
A Win for Clinics, Too
Medical providers also benefit from WeCare’s services—and in more ways than one. Firstly, WeCare eases the daily burden on staff by handling patient calls and appointment requests so that clinics can focus on their core competencies.
Additionally, WeCare’s fee is approximately half of the Medicare reimbursement. For those unfamiliar, CCM services are billed using Medicare’s time-based reimbursement codes. On average, clinics receive around $130 per patient per month. Thanks to our cost-effective approach, clinics keep the remaining balance.
Even more importantly, patients feel supported, both during their visits and at home. The result is stronger relationships between patients and their respective providers.
Real People, Real Support
Behind WeCare is a team of trained care coordinators who treat each senior like a VIP. The result? Better care, less stress, and better outcomes.
If your practice is looking for managed care support for patients with chronic conditions, WeCare is a premier solution.
