Managing your health can be complicated. Now you have a Care Partner who works with you and your doctors to help achieve your best possible health. Depending upon your health care needs, your Care Partner may be a registered nurse, care coach or a social worker. Working with a Care Partner is completely voluntary and is a complimentary benefit of being part of the BJC Accountable Care Organization. We encourage you to participate so that we may assist you with managing your health.
A Care Partner assists you with:
- Accessing needed health services
- Coordinating your care
- Managing your symptoms
- Maintaining your health and functioning
Your Care Partner, working with your physician, can:
- Coordinate and collaborate on health care services, such as scheduling or rescheduling appointments and medical testing with your doctor
- Review prescribed medications and answer your medication questions
- Provide individualized education as well as preventative care and self–care tips to help you and/or your family members make more informed decision about your health–care options
- Help you learn about your health conditions and what you can do to feel better
- Provide information on resources, such as transportation services or affordable medication programs
A Care Partner may benefit patients with the following conditions:
- Congestive heart failure (CHF)
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma
- Diabetes
- Chronic kidney disease
- Ongoing medical problems
If you go to the hospital, your Care Partner will:
- Assess your medical condition and any needs or concerns following your hospital stay
- Explain and simplify discharge instructions and other health information
- Ensure you have a follow-up appointment with your primary care provider
- Provide personalized, one-on-one support and guidance to help you manage your health
This program is offered by phone and voluntary, a complimentary benefit of being a part of BJC Accountable Care Organization. If you would like more information on working with a Care Partner, please call 314.996.7020 or toll-free or toll-free 844.996.7020.