Optimizing Care Coordination to Address Social Determinants of Health Needs for Dual-Use Veterans

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Explores a study evaluating a care coordination program that aims to address social determinants of health (SDOH) for veterans who use both Veterans Health Administration (VHA) facilities and non-VA hospitals. Highlights the social worker-led program to help address SDOH factors, such as connecting veterans with transportation, homelessness resources, and financial assistance, among others. Discusses the role rurality plays in veterans' ability to access services and care.

Heidi Sjoberg, Wenhui Liu, Carly Rohs, et al.

BMC Health Services Research, 22(59)

01/2022

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Care coordination · Health disparities · Social determinants of health · Veterans