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Official title Advancing Decisions About Virtual Service Encounters
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06539988
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Expanded availability of virtual care encounters in Primary Care provides new opportunities to improve Veterans' outcomes by aligning encounter modalities with their needs and preferences. Yet, Veterans and their Primary Care physicians (PCPs) lack personalized information about the benefits and costs of different Primary Care modalities that is needed to maximize the value of Primary Care encounters.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Veteran are having an upcoming face-to-face (F2F), telephone, or VA Video Connect (VVC) appointment in the next 8 to 12 weeks
- Having at least 3 Primary Care F2F, telephone, or VVC encounters in the previous 12 months
- Able to provide informed consent
- Willing and able to receive text messages from the VA Patient Engagement, Tracking, and Long-term Support (PETALS) platform
You likely can't join if
- Veteran exclusion criteria are a CDW diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment, dementia, or a psychotic disorder
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.