A:  Completing a health and wellness assessment every year is one of the most important things a Member can do for his or her health. Health is a moment in time, and a lot can change year-over-year. Assessments can identify health risks in the early stages – and improve quality of health for years to come.

A:  The Matrix in-home health assessment takes place in the comfort of a Member’s own home.  During the visit, a Matrix licensed, credentialed health provider (who are predominantly Nurse Practitioners) gives Members up to one hour of one-on-one personal attention to:

• • • Review personal and family health history
    • Review medications and dosages to successfully manage health conditions
    • Perform a physical exam
    • Listen to current health concerns
    • Recommend additional screenings and diagnostic tests
    • Suggest community organizations that provide care resources

The Matrix health provider may collect blood or urine samples and send to the lab for cholesterol, blood sugar A1C diabetes screening and kidney function testing. The Nurse Practitioner may also provide a colon cancer screening kit with a pre-paid envelop for Members to mail to the lab for analysis.

About 30 days after the completed visit, the Member, primary care physician and health plan receive the Member’s Personal Health Summary that shows all the results in an easy-to-read format.

A:  Matrix has a fleet of mobile health clinics that travel to neighborhoods to provide easy access for assessments, tests and screenings.  Matrix licensed, credentialed health providers meet Members in private rooms on the mobile clinic and provide up to an hour of one-on-one time with a Member to:

• • • Review medications and dosages to successfully manage health conditions
    • Listen to current health concerns
    • Perform a physical exam and complete diagnostic tests and screenings requested by the health plan
    • Recommend additional screenings or necessary diagnostic tests
    • Suggest community organizations that provide care resources

The Matrix health provider may collect blood for cholesterol, blood sugar A1C diabetes screening and kidney function testing and provide a colon cancer screening kit and urine sample container with a pre-paid envelope for Members to mail to the lab for analysis. The diagnostic testing may include: digital retinal eye exam, peripheral arterial disease test, lung screening, pulmonary function test, EKG, echocardiogram and even digital mammograms.

About 30 days after the completed visit, the Member, primary care physician and health plan receive the Member’s Personal Health Summary that shows all the results in an easy-to-read format.

Some Members may be scheduled to go to the mobile health clinic to only receive a specific diagnostic test or screening requested by the health plan, and not have the entire health and wellness exam.

A:  Matrix providers include Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants and Physicians (MD/DO). Most specialize in Internal Medicine, Family or Geriatric Care. Our Matrix health providers have extensive training and go through an involved credentialing review process. They have completed undergraduate and graduate degree programs in their fields and they currently hold a state license and a National Board Certification (AANP/ANCC/AACN/NCCPA).

Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant boards:

• • • AACN (American Association of Critical Care Nurses)
    • AANP (American Association of Nurse Practitioners)
    • ANCC (American Nurses Credentialing Center)

NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants)

A:  Matrix providers on our mobile health clinics include Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants, medical service technicians, certified cardiovascular technicians and mammography technologists. All Matrix health providers either go through an involved credentialing process (NP/PA/MT) or clinical hiring process (CVT/MST). Our Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants have completed undergraduate and graduate degree programs in their fields and most specialize in Internal Medicine, Family or Geriatric Care. They currently hold a state license and a National Board Certification (AANP/ANCC/AACN/NCCPA). All of our Mammography Technicians hold certification through the ARRT.

Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant and Mammography Technician boards:

• • • AACN (American Association of Critical Care Nurses)
    • AANP (American Association of Nurse Practitioners)
    • ANCC (American Nurses Credentialing Center)
    • NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants)

ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technicians)

A:  Matrix partners with leading health plans and providers across the country to deliver health assessments and preventative screenings that complement a Member’s current care with his/her doctor. Health plans identify Members that are eligible for this program. Matrix contacts the Members and conducts the assessments and screenings during in-home visits or at one of Matrix’s mobile health clinics.

A:  No, the assessment and all preventive services are provided at no additional cost ($0 copay). In the event a screening or test is offered that may require a fee, the Member will be told in advance and can decline them.

A:  Even if a Member thinks they are healthy and sees their doctors regularly, the annual assessment can identify health risks early – before they become serious. This is a preventative care visit that is designed to keep Members healthy and recognize something before it becomes a chronic or emergency room situation.

A: This visit provides Members the added benefits of having one-on-one time with a Matrix Nurse Practitioner in the comfort of their home.  In addition to a physical exam, and review of medications and health history, the Nurse Practitioner can assess fall risks, discuss nutrition, provide health education information and have a conversation about mental health and wellbeing.  The Matrix Nurse Practitioner also suggests community based-resources and support services.

A: Yes, a person’s health is one moment in time. Completing an assessment every year will provide a more complete picture of overall health and progress toward health goals.

A:  Yes, Members will receive a Personal Health Summary from Matrix that provides a detailed summary of the assessment in an easy-to- read format within 30 days of their visit.  Matrix will also provide results for any tests or screenings performed.  Matrix provides the Personal Health Summary and any test results with the Members’ primary care physician as well as with the health plan.

A:  The Matrix health provider completing the health and wellness assessment will communicate the results to the Member’s primary care physician for follow-up.  If urgent, it will be done immediately.  The health provider may talk with the physician or even call 911 for emergency medical care.

A:  No. The Member will continue to see their current physicians for on-going care. The health assessment is used to support the care being delivered by the regular physician.

A: Members can schedule their visit online via our secure website portal https://schedule.matrixforme.com/.  Members will need to enter their health plan Member ID, date of birth, name and answer a few questions.  They will be able to select a convenient date and time from a calendar that shows real-time availability.

Members can also call Matrix Medical Network directly to schedule an appointment at a time and date that is most convenient for them. The phone number is 1-(855)-875- 8289 and the hours of operation are 8.00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. local time, Monday through Friday.

A:  No, health plans identify Members who are eligible for this program and direct Matrix to contact individuals that qualify.