Healthmap Solutions

Healthmap Solutions supports providers in the delivery of whole-patient kidney disease management. By providing additional patient touchpoints outside of their regular medical appointments, our multidisciplinary Care Navigation team works directly with patients in our Kidney Population Health Management program to engage them in their treatment program and identify social barriers to care needs. This holistic, personalized support continues throughout the progression of their disease. To learn more about our industry-leading, NCQA-accredited program, visit https://hubs.li/Q02FDvjf0

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) can lead to kidney failure. That’s why it’s important for CKD patients to plan for their eventual transition to dialysis. However, we know that deciding among the different options can be intimidating. That’s why Healthmap Solutions offers a three-part patient guide on “Choosing the Right Dialysis Type.” The series offers an overview of the available options, pros and cons of each type of dialysis, and a list of questions for patients to ask themselves to make sure they are choosing the best option for their specific healthcare journey. Available in English and Spanish, all three parts can be downloaded at the link below: https://hubs.li/Q02FdHqG0 La enfermedad renal crónica (ERC) puede provocar insuficiencia renal. Por eso es importante que los pacientes con ERC planifiquen su eventual transición a la diálisis. Sin embargo, sabemos que decidir entre las diferentes opciones puede ser intimidante. Es por eso que Healthmap Solutions ofrece una guía para el paciente de tres partes sobre "Cómo elegir el tipo de diálisis adecuado". La serie ofrece una descripción general de las opciones disponibles, los pros y los contras de cada tipo de diálisis, y una lista de preguntas que los pacientes deben hacerse para asegurarse de que están eligiendo la mejor opción para su cuidado médico. Disponibles en inglés y español, las tres partes se pueden descargar en el siguiente enlace: https://hubs.li/Q02FdHqG0

Today is Chronic Disease Awareness Day, created to promote the understanding and support for people living with a chronic condition and raise awareness of the prevalence of chronic disease in America. The date of 7/10 was chosen to emphasize the fact that 7 out of 10 deaths in America are due to cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and other chronic diseases. At Healthmap Solutions, our focus is on chronic kidney disease (CKD); our mission is to improve clinical outcomes while lowering the costs of CKD treatment. To learn more, visit: https://hubs.li/Q02Ff1WV0 https://hubs.li/Q02FdBQK0

Healthmap is hiring! Healthmap Solutions has an immediate opening for a Clinical Nurse Liaison to work with providers and patients in New York City. Responsibilities include working to ensure positive provider/patient engagement in our innovative Kidney Population Health Management program, managing an assigned caseload, and identifying opportunities to improve health outcomes. Minimum requirements include an associate degree in nursing; an active, unrestricted RN license, and 3+ years of experience in healthcare services, clinical operations, or care management. To get more details and apply: https://hubs.li/Q02DYM3N0

Healthmap Solutions Kidney Health Tip: Manage Stress. Managing stress is important to maintaining kidney health. Constant, high stress can increase blood pressure and heart rate, leading to hypertension. Chronic stress can also contribute to harmful behaviors, like poor diet and overeating. To protect your kidneys and improve your overall quality of life, we recommend making stress-relieving activities like meditation, exercise, and hobbies part of your daily routine. Learn more at: https://hubs.li/Q02Ff1nc0 Consejo para la salud renal: Controle el estrés. Controlar el estrés es importante para mantener la salud renal. El estrés elevado y constante puede aumentar la presión arterial y el ritmo cardiaco, lo que conduce a la hipertensión. El estrés crónico también puede contribuir a comportamientos nocivos, como una dieta deficiente y comer en exceso. Para proteger sus riñones y mejorar su calidad de vida en general, le recomendamos que las actividades para aliviar el estrés, como la meditación, el ejercicio y los pasatiempos, formen parte de su rutina diaria. Encuentre más información en: https://hubs.li/Q02Ff1nc0

Happy Independence Day from Healthmap Solutions! Wishing you a safe and relaxing holiday with family and friends.

The start of dialysis has a profound impact on those transitioning to end-stage renal disease. Whether conducted at home or in-center, dialysis requires a time commitment (which will be significant if receiving dialysis in-center), dietary changes, regular medical oversight, and lifestyle modifications. To help patients, their caregivers, and their loved ones successfully manage this life change while on dialysis, Healthmap Solutions offers a helpful article about the different aspects of dialysis treatment and ongoing care. Read “Navigating Dialysis: A Guide to Ongoing Care Management” at the link below. https://lnkd.in/dc8CwAFp

Join Healthmap Solutions in recognizing July as National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. This is a time to raise awareness of the unique challenges that racial and ethnic minorities in the United States face when it comes to mental health. This issue is of even greater significance to those with chronic kidney disease, who may also struggle with the stress of accessing and receiving appropriate care. To learn more, visit: https://hubs.li/Q02DXTs60

We are on a mission to improve care and lower costs for kidney patients by using our proprietary, advanced data analytics technology to power meaningful collaboration among patients, providers, and our clinical team. We Are Healthmap!

“CKD: Common, Complicated, and Costly” – In this thought-provoking white paper, Healthmap Solutions’ medical leadership team discusses the complexities of managing chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Although managing CKD/ESRD can be challenging, Healthmap’s innovative Kidney Population Health Management program can help by successfully slowing disease progression, improving clinical outcomes, and reducing healthcare expenditures. To download the white paper, click below: https://lnkd.in/dpcmBGV9