November-December 2021
L.A. Care’s 2021 Population Needs Assessment used demographic and utilization data, health appraisal data, and member input to assess health education, cultural and linguistic, and other health care needs. Key findings include:
- Most of L.A. Care’s members are women and children
- The largest racial groups served are White/Caucasian (inclusive of Hispanics/Latinos) (77%), Blacks/African Americans (13%) and Asians (8%)
- The most frequently spoken languages are English (61.5%) and Spanish (30.9%)
- African Americans/Blacks have lower rates than other racial groups for many HEDIS measures, including the Comprehensive Diabetes Care measures
- The most common chronic conditions among adult members are: high cholesterol (19%), anxiety (16%), high blood pressure (15%), depression (13%), asthma (9%) and diabetes (9%)
Based on Health Appraisal data, 31% of members self-report consuming less than one daily serving of fruits and vegetables. L.A. Care’s Health Education unit will strategically promote the importance of fruits and vegetables to members and remind providers to discuss healthy eating during office and telehealth visits.
L.A. Care’s Health Education and Cultural & Linguistic Services Department offers multiple services and resources to help providers meet their patients’ needs. For more information, they can be reached at 1.855.856.6943.