Disease Management
Our accredited disease management program uses a whole person care approach providing compassionate care support to qualifying TRICARE East beneficiaries looking to improve one of our focused chronic conditions.
If you are looking to set health goals and learn ways to improve your overall health and quality of life, one of our skilled qualified staff is waiting to talk to you.
Disease Management chronic conditions include anxiety, asthma, depression, coronary artery disease (CAD), chronic heart failure (CHF), and diabetes.
Patients, and their physicians, can call us with questions or to enroll in the program by calling toll-free (800) 881-9227.
Asthma
Asthma causes airway inflammation, making them sensitive to allergens. This leads to symptoms like wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and trouble breathing.
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
CAD happens when plaque builds up in the arteries, narrowing them and limiting blood flow to the heart. Symptoms can range from none to chest pain or heart attack. Treatments may include lifestyle changes, medications, angioplasty, or surgery.
Chronic Heart Failure
Chronic Heart failure is a chronic condition where the heart doesn't pump blood effectively. Symptoms include shortness of breath, fatigue, swollen legs, and rapid heartbeat. Treatments may include a low-salt diet, limiting fluids, and medications. In some cases, doctors may implant a defibrillator or pacemaker.
Diabetes
Diabetes occurs when the body does not produce enough insulin or does not use it properly. Insulin helps balance blood sugar levels. Too much sugar in the blood can lead to pre-diabetes or diabetes.
Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is the most common form. The body produces insulin but does not use it effectively. This type often occurs in adults over 45, but it can affect anyone. Diet and physical activity help control it, and most people need medication.
Mental Health
Anxiety Disorder
Some anxiety is normal, like feeling nervous before a first date. However, a true anxiety disorder includes long-lasting, overwhelming feelings that interfere with daily life.
Depression
Feeling "blah" or down can happen due to difficult events or stress. The difference between feeling down and major depression is that bad feelings from the blues usually pass quickly, while major depression symptoms can worsen without help.
Virtual Offerings
Join our virtual community group sessions led by a disease management clinician. These sessions provide education and support as participants share successes and challenges in exercise, nutrition, and self-management. We also offer webinars that focus on increasing understanding of different diseases, which can lead to better treatment compliance and positive behavior changes. Participants should keep all shared information confidential.
Last Updated 11/27/2024