Guideline ‐concordant initiation of oral anticoagulant therapy for stroke prevention in older veterans with atrial fibrillation eligible for Medicare Part D

ConclusionsOne ‐third of elderly Veterans at risk of stroke are not receiving recommended therapy. Increased coordination between Medicare and VHA providers may lead to improvements in anticoagulation quality and stroke prevention.

Source: Health Services Research - November 11, 2018 Category: Health Management Authors: Nicolae Done, Amanda M. Roy, Yingzhe Yuan, Steven D. Pizer, Adam J. Rose, Julia C. Prentice Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research