Description Module
The Description Module contains narrative descriptions of the clinical trial, including a brief summary and detailed description. These descriptions provide important information about the study's purpose, methodology, and key details in language accessible to both researchers and the general public.
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Study -> Protocol Section -> Description Module
Description Module
Ignite Creation Date:
2025-12-24 @ 4:55 PM
Ignite Modification Date:
2025-12-24 @ 4:55 PM
NCT ID:
NCT03784950
Brief Summary:
Using behavioral economics, the study objective is to increase the efficiency, quality, and timeliness of care for Los Angeles County (LAC) Department of Health Services (DHS) patients by nudging specialists toward more effective use of eConsult, a web-based consultation and communication portal for Primary Care Providers (PCPs) and specialists, improving access for patients in greatest need of specialty care.
Detailed Description:
Historically, the Los Angeles County (LAC) Department of Health Services (DHS) Safety Net system has faced challenges in delivering specialty services that are timely, geographically equitable, and coordinated in a patient centered manner. Recently, LACDHS improved infrastructure through implementation of eConsult, a web-based consultation and communication portal for Primary Care Providers (PCPs) and specialists, improving access for patients in greatest need of specialty care. The study investigators will conduct a pragmatic randomized trial with the goal of increasing the efficiency, quality, and timeliness of care for LACDHS patients by nudging specialists toward more effective use of eConsult. If successful, these nudges may reduce the number and increase the value of face-to-face consults.
Study:
NCT03784950
Study Brief:
Protocol Section:
NCT03784950