Oral health help for older adults on Medicaid
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial is testing an oral health program offered during routine primary care visits for older adults (55+) on Medicaid. It aims to see if adding dental care support to regular check-ups can improve health.
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Who can take part
- You are 55 years of age or older.
- You are enrolled in the CareSource Medicaid plan.
- You go to a primary care clinic that uses the Epic electronic health record system and is within 60 miles of Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland.
- You are willing to sign a consent form and stay in the area for the next year.
- You do not have a serious medical condition (like dementia or severe mental illness) that would prevent you from participating.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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