Only 31% Of Home Health Patients Report Their Dementia Diagnosis To Their Providers

A recent study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society reveals that only 31% of Medicare-certified home health patients with dementia inform their providers of their diagnosis. This lack of disclosure is linked to poorer health outcomes, highlighting the need for improved communication between patients and home health providers. The findings suggest that better awareness and reporting could enhance care quality for dementia patients.