Chronic disease awareness month: Hypertension support

This chronic disease awareness month we’re focusing on hypertension, which is a leading driver of heart disease and stroke that disproportionately impacts underserved populations. Social drivers of health (SDOH), such as access to care, nutrition, transportation and health literacy, can significantly affect prevention, diagnosis and control.

How you can help

Help improve outcomes and reduce disparities by prioritizing hypertension control and closing care gaps:

• Focus on HEDIS® Controlling High Blood Pressure (CBP) measures
• Identify and reach out to patients with uncontrolled BP or gaps in care
• Leverage care team support and documentation best practices to ensure accurate reporting

Tips for closing gaps and improving outcomes

• Screen and monitor regularly, including encouraging home blood pressure monitoring
• Educate in clear, culturally responsive ways to support understanding and adherence
• Address SDOH barriers by connecting patients to available community and care coordination resources
• Individualize treatment plans based on patient-specific needs and circumstances
• Ensure follow-up to support sustained blood pressure control