FEATURE
Angela Khan and
her son, Jackson
large patient population, payer reimbursement for the type of care
provided by the MS Center is often less than that of other medical specialties. In general, health care providers caring for MS
patients tend to spend more time with patients as compared to
other specialties, yet they receive fewer reimbursements for
services.
Enhancements to the center would allow more MS patients to
receive the same personalized care that Angela and Schmyra have
grown to rely on.
“The key thing I’ve learned in working with Dr. Okai is that
knowledge is power,” said Schmyra, who is re-enrolled in college
and working part time. “The more knowledge I have about my
MS, the more at ease I am. If you don’t have that comprehensive
care, you’re in the dark and miserable.”
Vision for the MS Treatment Center
n Providing a new clinical liaison role offer expertise and assistance
to health care providers throughout Baylor Scott & White Health
n Improving clinic and treatment access for patients
n Offering support, education and outreach programs for
patients and families
n Offering access to the latest research break-throughs by
providing integrated clinical trials
For more information on the MS Center, please contact Tim Moore at
214.820.7877 or [email protected].
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