What does COA measure for Medicare SNP members aged 66 and older?

The correct choice measures critical aspects of care for Medicare Special Needs Plan (SNP) members aged 66 and older, focusing on ensuring that these vulnerable individuals receive essential services related to their health care. Specifically, the measurement of advance care planning encompasses discussions about future health care preferences, which can lead to more personalized and appropriate care that aligns with the patient’s wishes.

Conducting medication reviews is vital to preventing adverse drug interactions and ensuring that the medications these members take are necessary and effective for their health conditions. Additionally, functional status assessments allow healthcare providers to evaluate an individual's ability to perform daily activities, enabling more tailored interventions to support independence and quality of life.

In contrast, while hospital readmissions, preventive care visits, and general health screenings are important metrics in healthcare, they do not specifically capture the holistic approach of care coordination and thorough assessment of needs provided in option B for this particular population. This aligns with HEDIS measures that emphasize comprehensive care management and support for older adults with complex health needs within Medicare SNPs.