What does ICDM mean in DISEASES

Integrated Chronic Disease Management (ICDM) is a healthcare industry term used to describe the coordination of health services provided by multiple providers and agencies. It focuses on preventing, managing, and treating chronic diseases.

ICDM emphasizes collaboration between providers, patients and families in order to provide comprehensive care for chronic diseases. This includes working together to develop personalized care plans tailored to each patient's unique needs.

There are many things you can do to help manage your chronic conditions such as eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, taking prescribed medications correctly and attending regular check-ups with your physician or healthcare team. Talking with your provider about specific strategies such as self-monitoring, stress reduction activities or lifestyle changes may also be beneficial.

Many local hospitals, clinics or community groups offer programs that focus on integrated chronic disease management. Your primary care provider may be able to refer you or provide more information about services available in your area. You can also visit websites such as the Centers for Disease Control's Healthy Aging Program for more resources and information related to managing chronic conditions.

An integrated chronic disease management program often involves multiple providers from different disciplines working together with the patient and their family members towards better health outcomes for people living with chronic conditions. This typically includes primary care physicians, specialists such as endocrinologists or cardiologists, nurses, pharmacists as well as other allied health professionals such as nutritionists or social workers who are part of the team responsible for delivering comprehensive care across settings.