ADD - Importance of medication
Why is closing the gap on the ADD HEDIS Measure important?
The greatest benefit on closing the gap for the ADD HEDIS measure is the positive impact to a child’s functioning with the right medications as well as the trajectory of the disorder. Early diagnosis and effective treatment are key to the progression of the disorder and an individual’s functioning. Misdiagnosis and lack of treatment can result in school challenges, family stress and disturbance, depression, problems with relationships, substance abuse, delinquency, accidental injuries and job failure.
Routine medication management follow-up visits are an important element of the treatment plan for ADHD. Early buy in and engagement from the patient and family in treatment is a key aspect to continuation in treatment and follow-up visits are an opportunity to build rapport and promote the therapeutic relationship. Medication management follow-up visits are also an opportunity to actively survey the effects of the medication including if it is working as it is intended, side effects, and monitor for any associated health conditions.
We’ve put together a helpful Infographic outlining the ADD Measure. You can view it here or download it to place in your office.