Chronic Care Management

Understanding Your Chronic Care Management with Fore River Urology

At Fore River Urology, we are committed to providing you with the highest quality and most comprehensive care. That’s why we’re pleased to offer Chronic Care Management (CCM), a valuable service designed to help you manage your ongoing health conditions more effectively.

What is Chronic Care Management?

Chronic Care Management is a program that provides support and coordination for patients with two or more significant chronic health conditions expected to last at least 12 months. This service goes beyond your regular office visits, offering consistent support and helping you stay on track with your healthcare goals.

Think of CCM as an extra layer of support in managing conditions like diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, or other long-term health concerns. Our dedicated team works with you to create a personalized care plan and provides ongoing assistance to help you live healthier and feel your best.

How Can Chronic Care Management Help Me?

CCM offers a range of benefits, including:

• Personalized Care Plan: We’ll work with you to develop a comprehensive care plan tailored to your specific health needs and goals.
• Regular Check-ins: You’ll receive regular contact from our care team, whether by phone or other secure methods, to check on your progress, answer your questions, and provide support.
• Medication Management: We can help you manage your medications, ensuring you understand your prescriptions and assisting with refills when needed.
• Coordination of Care: We’ll help coordinate your care between specialists, hospitals, and other healthcare providers, ensuring everyone is on the same page.
• Improved Communication: CCM provides you with a dedicated point of contact for your chronic conditions, making it easier to get the support you need.
• Proactive Care: We can help you identify potential health issues early and take steps to prevent complications.
• Empowerment: By providing you with the tools and support you need, CCM empowers you to take a more active role in managing your health.

What is the Potential Cost to Me?

Medicare and most other insurance providers recognize the value of Chronic Care Management and typically cover the majority of the cost. However, like other medical services, there may be a monthly copay or coinsurance associated with CCM. Usually patient’s pay $20 a month at the most.

Important Note: You will only be billed for CCM services if you actively engage with our care team during a given month.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Why am I receiving calls about Chronic Care Management? Our records indicate that you have one or more chronic health conditions that could benefit from the support offered through Chronic Care Management. We believe this service can significantly improve your health and well-being.

• Is this service mandatory? No, Chronic Care Management is a completely voluntary service. You have the right to choose whether or not you want to participate.

• Who is Cosan? Fore River Urology has partnered with Cosan, a trusted third-party provider that specializes in delivering high-quality Chronic Care Management services. While Cosan’s team will be reaching out and providing the CCM support, please remember that this service is being offered under the guidance and direction of your Fore River Urology providers. To you, this is a service of Fore River Urology.

• Will this replace my regular appointments with my urologist? No, CCM is designed to complement your regular visits with your urologist and other specialists. It provides ongoing support between appointments.

• How do I enroll in Chronic Care Management? If you are interested in learning more or enrolling in CCM, please speak with our staff during your next appointment or call our office directly at 207-518-6600. We’d be happy to answer your questions and help you get started.

• What if I decide I no longer want to participate? You can stop participating in the Chronic Care Management program at any time. Simply notify our office, and the services will be discontinued.

We believe that Chronic Care Management can be a valuable resource in helping you manage your chronic conditions and improve your overall health. If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to support you!