What is a Care Plan?

A Care Plan visit at Memory & Movement Charlotte is an annual one-on-one visit for the primary care partner or caregiver, an MMC nurse practitioner or physician assistant, and a family care navigator.

• A Care Plan should ideally be scheduled within 3 months following an appointment with your MMC provider, and at least annually.
• Caregivers often find this appointment a helpful opportunity to have a candid conversation, ask questions and plan ahead in a safe space.
• Patients do not attend this one-hour appointment.
• This annual appointment is covered by Medicare if the patient meets the criteria below:
  • a diagnosis of cognitive impairment/dementia
  • has primary or secondary Medicare insurance
  • is not under hospice care
• If the patient does not have Medicare, please let your provider know or notify the office to discuss alternative payment options.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

• Diagnosis and treatment
• Main concerns and goals
• Advance Directives
• Home environment
• Safety assessment with recommendations
• Strategies for behavior, personal care, and communication
• Caregiver stress
• Community resources
• Alternative living options

AFTER THE VISIT

A written Care Plan is provided as a reference tool and record of the conversation.

TO SCHEDULE - 3 WAYS:

• Talk to your provider at your next appointment and schedule at checkout
• Send a message through the Patient Portal
• Call the office