Engage in Open Communication with Patients
Providers are encouraged to discuss sensitive health topics with patients during wellness visits to foster open communication and improve health outcomes.
Published October 2025
Engage in Open Communication with Patients
It is essential to address health conditions with patients that, while common, may be considered sensitive or uncomfortable to discuss. Even when patients are not currently experiencing these issues, Providers should foster open communication regarding the following topics during wellness visits.
- Urinary Incontinence
- Fall Risks
- Monitoring Physical Activity
- Improving and Maintaining Physical and Mental Health
MVP has a library of resources available to your patients that contain important information regarding these topics, as well as many other conditions they may experience. Review our resources here under View Guidelines and Resources.
As you engage your Medicare Members, please mention that if they receive a Medicare Health Outcomes survey in the mail, they should consider completing and returning. Their feedback may result in positive future health outcomes. This survey runs through November 3, 2025.
Important Updates
Review other articles in this issue regarding important updates.