Low-density lipoprotein cholesterol level and statin use among Medicare beneficiaries with diabetes mellitus

This study examined statin use and achievement of lipid goals among 111,730 Medicare fee-for-service beneficiaries 65 years and older in 2011. Three-quarters of patients met the low-density lipoprotein cholesterol goal of less than 100 mg/dL. Patients with cardiovascular disease were more likely to meet the goal than those without, not controlling for other differences. Patients on a statin were more likely to meet the goal. There is considerable opportunity for improvement in cholesterol management in high-risk patients with diabetes mellitus.
Source: Diabetes and Vascular Disease Research - Category: Endocrinology Authors: Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research