Social determinants of health play a major role in personal wellness. From income and education to race and food insecurity, SDOH can influence a host of illnesses, all of which are devastating to patients and costly to providers. To combat this crisis, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services expanded the definition of covered benefits to include adult day care, meal delivery, transportation, and other services. Managed-care providers have followed suit with remarkable results—as members take advantage of the added benefits, providers see a decline in costs and inpatient stays.

This playbook by Ubiquity Healthcare details the best practices for developing and providing non-medical benefits that address SDOH risk factors. Readers will discover:

• How SDOH data can help sponsors identify high-risk members
• Key steps to building an SDOH strategy for your company’s healthcare plan
• Outreach practices to engage and retain members

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