Closing Gaps in Statin Therapy with Aspen RxHealth

In the fight against cardiovascular disease and diabetes, health plans play a critical role in ensuring members receive the right medications at the right time. Despite strong clinical guidelines, many patients who should be on statins are not receiving them, leading to preventable health risks and higher medical costs. Aspen RxHealth bridges this gap with a proactive, pharmacist-led approach that guarantees members get the care they need, when they need it.

Understanding the SUPD and SPC Measures

Statin use in persons with diabetes (SUPD): This measure evaluates the percentage of adults aged 40 to 75 with diabetes who have been prescribed and are adhering to statin therapy. Statins are proven to lower the risk of cardiovascular events in diabetic patients, making their use a critical component of comprehensive diabetes care.

Statin therapy for patients with cardiovascular disease (SPC): This measure focuses on adults aged 21 to 75 with clinical Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD) who are prescribed statin therapy. Consistent statin use in these patients is vital for preventing further cardiovascular events and improving long-term health outcomes.

The Challenge: Identifying and Addressing Gaps in Care

Despite clear guidelines, many patients who meet the criteria for statin therapy remain untreated. These gaps in care can result from:

Lack of awareness: Patients and even some healthcare providers may not be fully informed about the benefits of statin therapy for eligible individuals.

Medication adherence issues: Challenges such as side effects, medication costs, or forgetfulness can lead to non-adherence.

Systemic oversights: In busy clinical settings, the initiation of statin therapy may be overlooked, especially when managing multiple comorbidities.

A Proactive Approach to Closing Care Gaps in Statin Therapy

At Aspen RxHealth, we take a proactive, pharmacist-led approach to improve statin therapy adherence. Our solution combines cutting-edge technology, a nationwide network of pharmacists, and seamless integration with health plans to maximize patient engagement.

BeWell: A Smarter Way to Deliver Medication Management

BeWell with Aspen RxHealth is a web-based platform driven by our pharmacist-led services, offering a seamless and efficient way to deliver medication management programs, including SUPD and SPC interventions. BeWell allows for:

Targeted outreach: Identifying eligible patients who should be on statin therapy based on claims data and clinical guidelines.
Guided consultations: Pharmacists telephonically conduct structured, personalized consultations with members to educate, address barriers, and improve adherence.
Comprehensive reporting: Real-time insights for health plans to track progress and measure impact.

Alliance by Aspen RxHealth: A Scalable SaaS Solution

For health plans with in-house teams, Alliance by Aspen RxHealth provides a SaaS platform that enables internal pharmacists, technicians, nurses, and care managers to deliver statin therapy interventions using the BeWell platform. Alliance allows for:

Customized workflows tailored to health plan needs.

Flexible member engagement: in-house teams can conduct consults or share responsibilities with Aspen RxHealth’s pharmacist community.

Seamless reporting for better visibility and compliance tracking.

Pharmacist-Led Outreach and Provider Coordination

Our pharmacists telephonically engage with eligible members through:

Personalized counseling: Educating patients on the benefits of statins and addressing concerns like side effects.

Caregiver & long-term care support: Reaching out to caregivers and LTC staff when needed.

Provider communication: Aspen RxHealth faxes prescribers evidence-based recommendations to encourage appropriate statin therapy initiation.

Why Partner with Aspen RxHealth?

Improve member health: Statin therapy significantly reduces cardiovascular risks, improving long-term outcomes for members with diabetes and ASCVD (Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease).

Boost performance on SUPD and SPC measures: Our targeted approach drives measurable improvements in health plan quality metrics.

Reduce costs from preventable health events: Better adherence means fewer hospitalizations, ED visits, and long-term medical expenses.

Leverage advanced technology: BeWell provides seamless program execution with real-time tracking and customizable workflows.

Flexible solutions for any health plan: Whether outsourcing to our pharmacist community or using Alliance by Aspen RxHealth for your internal care teams, we provide the flexibility to fit your needs.

Let’s Close Gaps in Care Together

The future of preventive healthcare starts today. Partner with Aspen RxHealth to optimize medication management and ensure every eligible patient with the therapy they need.

Schedule a demo today to see how our pharmacist-driven solutions can enhance your medication management programs.