Adaptations to a patient navigation program for follow‐up colonoscopy in rural primary care practices
Jamie H. Thompson,
Jennifer S. Rivelli,
Jennifer L. Schneider
et al.
Abstract:PurposePatient navigation is a recommended practice to improve cancer screenings among underserved populations including those residing in rural areas with care access barriers. We report on patient navigation programme adaptations to increase follow‐up colonoscopy rates after abnormal fecal testing in rural primary care practices.MethodsParticipating clinics delivered a patient navigation programme to eligible patients from 28 affiliated clinics serving rural communities in Oregon clustered within 3 Medicaid … Show more
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