Help us provide care for the most vulnerable in our community

Your donation supports Bluestem Health programs that address a few of the biggest needs in our city: dental care for patients on Medicaid and diabetes education for our patients with prediabetes and diabetes.  Many of the patients receiving these services have extremely limited, or otherwise cost-prohibitive, access to the care they need. Here’s why your support matters:

  • 82% of our dental patients are Uninsured or on Medicaid
  • Our no-cost Diabetes Education programs help patients gain the necessary skills and confidence to manage their condition successfully.

When you donate to Bluestem Health between now and May 28, you’re helping us continue to offer life-changing support.

Chronic Disease Management

Chronic Disease Programs

Our Chronic Disease Management programs provide personalized support from skilled case managers and clinical team members to help you take control of hypertension, tuberculosis, COPD, heart failure, asthma, and chronic kidney disease. We also tackle poor medication adherence and prevent recurring hospitalizations through proactive monitoring and education.

Conditions We Manage
  • Hypertension Management: Blood pressure tracking, lifestyle coaching, and tailored medication plans.
  • Tuberculosis Support: Directly Observed Therapy (DOT), adherence monitoring, and patient education.
  • COPD Care: Pulmonary rehab coordination, inhaler training, and exacerbation prevention.
  • Heart Failure Support: Symptom monitoring, fluid management guidance, and dietary tips.
  • Asthma Care: Trigger avoidance strategies, peak-flow monitoring, and action plan development.
  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Support: Lab review, nutrition modifications, and nephrology referral coordination.
Medication Adherence & Readmission Prevention

Our case managers simplify your treatment by:

  • Reviewing and consolidating prescriptions
  • Setting up reminders and pill organizers
  • Coordinating home delivery with local pharmacies
  • Conducting regular follow-ups to catch issues early
Nutrition Education & Diabetes Support

Good nutrition is key to managing chronic conditions. We offer:

 

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