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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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Wondering what changed between OASIS-E1 and OASIS-E2? OASIS-E2 is an incremental update, not a redesign. The framework, five time points, and PDGM methodology stay the same, while CMS refines Section GG, cognitive and behavioral items, SDOH, and SPADEs. This guide compares both versions side by side and gives you a transition plan and checklist.

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