Improving Patient Engagement is a Top Priority for Most Providers

CDW Healthcare recently released a study on patient and provider perspectives on healthcare engagement. Here are some key findings from the report:

·         57% of patients say they have become more engaged with their healthcare during the past 2 years.

·         7 in 10 providers have noticed a change in their patients' level of engagement with their own healthcare.

·         35% of patients say they have noticed their providers become more engaged with them.

·         3 in 5 providers say improving patient engagement is a top priority at their organization.

·         58% of providers report improved engagement with patients in the past 2 years.

·         2 in 3 patients say they face challenges when trying to engage with their healthcare providers.

Source: CDW Healthcare, February 25, 2016