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Detection rates of mild cognitive impairment in primary care for the United States Medicare population.
November 15, 2023
Liu Y, Jun H, Becker A, et al. J Prev Alz Dis. 2024;11:7–12.
Persons with dementia are at increased risk for adverse events compared to those without dementia, highlighting the importance of a timely diagnosis. In this study, researchers estimate approximately 20% of primary care patients aged 65 and older are expected to have a diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment or dementia; however, only 8% have received such a diagnosis. Missed diagnosis prevents patients from receiving appropriate care, including newly FDA-approved medications to slow cognitive decline.
