LUPA & PDGM
Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)
Non-medical conditions that influence health outcomes, including housing stability, food security.
Definition
Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) are the non-medical conditions that influence health outcomes, including housing stability, food security, transportation, education, employment, social support, and access to healthcare.
Why it matters
Addressing SDOH can improve care planning, reduce health disparities, and support better patient outcomes. OASIS-E includes standardized assessment items related to several social risk factors.
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Episodes from Inside Home Health that put Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) in operational context.
