Medicare Wellness Programs Promise Better Health Outcomes

Participating in Medicare wellness programs brought better outcomes to beneficiaries with chronic conditions, according to a new report from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI). Medicare members who participated in wellness programs reported improved fitness levels, were less likely to be injured in a fall, and were able to maintain their physical health better than non-participants, reports HealthPayer Intelligence . In addition, the researchers found that participation in chronic disease management, fall prevention, and physical activity programs led to positive mental health effects such as improved overall confidence.