The Wellness Intake and Follow-up visits will encompass discussions with patients 12+ about the topic of transition planning (preparing and coordinating supports needed for a successful transition to adult medicine). These conversations will be conducted by the Wellness Nurse Practitioner and Social Worker and will involve education and support around the many facets involved in transition offered in an age-appropriate manner.
To prepare patients with the process of moving from a child/family centered model of health care to an adult/patient centered model of health care, The Wellness team will broach and discuss the following topics:
- Self-help skills
- Disease and medication management
- HIPPA and privacy
- Sensitive services (age 12+)
- Assess understanding of health condition and medications
- Encourage open and ongoing discussion with primary medical team
- Discuss benefits of carrying health insurance card
- Discuss benefits of carrying medical emergency plan/care coordination plan
- Practice making doctor appointments
- Discuss benefits of having a personal MyChart account
- Instill confidence and support parent/patient around the emotional components of transition
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