Hypertension Control Program for Hispanic Medicare Beneficiaries
Author Information
Author(s): Chaves Paulo, Desoria Maureen, Roque Leslye, Mas Rafael
Primary Institution: Leon Medical Centers, LLC
Hypothesis
The implementation of a multifaceted hypertension control program will improve blood pressure control among Hispanic Medicare beneficiaries.
Conclusion
The hypertension control program significantly increased blood pressure control levels among both men and women in the studied population.
Supporting Evidence
- The program was implemented in 2011 and analyzed data from 2008 to 2018.
- Overall age-adjusted odds of blood pressure control were 5.8 times higher after program implementation.
- Blood pressure control rates increased for both sexes after the program.
Takeaway
This study shows that a special program helped many older Hispanic people keep their blood pressure at healthy levels.
Methodology
The study analyzed electronic health records from patients aged 65-89 years with hypertension and compared blood pressure control rates before and after program implementation using random effects modeling.
Limitations
The study focused only on a specific population in South Florida, which may limit generalizability.
Participant Demographics
Participants were primarily Hispanic Medicare beneficiaries aged 65-89 years.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 5.6-6.1
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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