Now is the perfect time to focus on heart health with your patients, especially when it comes to controlling hypertension. As one of the most common chronic conditions in the U.S., hypertension affects over 120 million U.S. adults and 1.4 million adults in Wisconsin. It is the leading risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and chronic kidney disease.

Making hypertension a priority
At Quartz, we are committed to making hypertension management a priority. That’s why we offer our providers and members tools and support for heart health.

Here to support heart health
Quartz offers resources to help you and your patients focus on heart health, including:

• Home blood pressure monitors: Providers can order a blood pressure monitor for eligible patients by completing our self-monitoring equipment order form.
• Patient-friendly tips for home self-monitoring: Share our blood pressure monitoring page at QuartzBenefits.com/BPMonitoring with your patients. It provides helpful information on hypertension, validated techniques for accurate readings, when to contact a doctor, and more.
• Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) reimbursement: Quartz will reimburse providers who monitor blood pressure to support hypertension care based on their contract with Quartz. If you have questions about your contract, please get in touch with your Provider Engagement Specialist or Customer Success at (800-897-1923).

Transforming care with the AMA MAP™ Hypertension program
Another key resource available is our AMA MAP™ Hypertension program in partnership with the American Medical Association (AMA). This evidence-based quality improvement program is designed by cardiovascular disease experts with the whole care team in mind and is available at no cost. It aims to:

• Rapidly improve hypertension control rates
• Sustain progress over time
• Enhance patient outcomes

The AMA is dedicated to improving blood pressure control rates nationwide by working closely with health care organizations, physicians, and clinicians. Their focus is on accurately measuring blood pressure, acting rapidly to intensify treatment, and partnering with patients for better results.

Upcoming resources and support
Throughout the year, we will be sharing educational content, quality improvement resources, and clinical practice tools from the AMA to support you in managing your patients’ hypertension. Watch for future communications filled with valuable resources.

By making hypertension management a priority, we can work together to improve heart health and enhance patient outcomes. Let’s take the next step toward a healthier future!