Questionnaires for Chronic Disease Management (CDM) eligibility have become essential in the arsenal of General Practitioners (GPs) to identify patients who may benefit from comprehensive care plans. For Allied Health Professionals, these questionnaires serve as a preliminary screening method and are distributed in the waiting rooms of GP clinics.
The structure of these questionnaires typically includes questions related to the patient’s medical history, current symptoms, lifestyle choices, and family health history. These questions are designed to be straightforward and easy for patients to understand and complete while they wait for their appointment. This method leverages the otherwise idle time in the waiting room, transforming it into an opportunity to gather valuable data.
Implementing these questionnaires in GP clinics has had a significant impact. Studies have shown that the use of such pre-appointment questionnaires can increase the intake for Care Plans by up to 20%. This increase is attributed to the early identification of patients who may not have otherwise been flagged for CDM, thereby broadening the scope of individuals receiving comprehensive care.
Questionnaires for CDM eligibility are a valuable intervention in GP clinics, significantly contributing to the increased intake of Care Plans. By utilising waiting room time efficiently, these questionnaires ensure that no patient slips through the cracks, ultimately leading to better health outcomes and a more sustainable healthcare system.
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