Health Equity Vaccination Efforts: Achieving the Highest Level of Health and Well-Being for Your Patients

Health equity is the concept that all people should have a fair and just chance to be as healthy as possible, regardless of their circumstances.

Some factors that can affect health equity include:

• Socioeconomic status
• Education
• Employment
• Food insecurity
• Access to quality healthcare
• Social support networks
• Housing
• The environment

Access the CMS Framework for Health Equity web page to learn how you can help ensure every person can access the care they seek at an affordable cost. CMS recently shared information on how to address health equity with resources for your patients from the Risk Less. Do More campaign. This national, state, and local campaign highlights efforts and resources to share with your Medicare patients on getting this season’s vaccines.

Posted 11/25/2024