Care Planning Resource Guide
The goal of this tool is to provide you with resources on Alzheimer’s and other dementias to aid in the care planning process for your patients. Below you will find helpful links on safety, behavioral changes, legal and financial topics, and caregiver resources.
CPT® code 99483 provides reimbursement for a clinical visit that results in a comprehensive care plan, allowing you to deliver services that can contribute to a higher quality of life for your patients. For immediate assistance and questions on Alzheimer’s and related dementias, anyone including physicians and caregivers can call our toll free 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900. Open 24 hours a day for 7 days a week, our Helpline is available in more than 200 languages and serves as a gateway to all of our programs and services.
Safety
- Home Safety
- Community Safety
Behavioral Changes
- Neuropsychiatric Symptoms (agitation, delusions, delirium, hallucinations, suspicions, repetition, anxiety, aggression, depression, apathy, suicidal ideations or behavior)
- Sundowning
- Sleep Disruption and Behaviors
- Incontinence
- Aggressive Behavior
- Wandering
Legal/Financial
- Advanced Directives (health care proxy, estate planning)
- Decision-making Capacity (financial, health, other)
- Finances
- Elder Abuse (MA Adult Protective Services)
- Undue Influence
- VA Benefits
- Transitioning Care Environment
- Medicare/Medicaid
- End of Life Care/Hospice
Caregiver Resources
- Transportation
- Transitioning Care Environment
- Home Care Resources
- Disease Education
- Support Groups
- Day Programs
- Finding Resources in Community
- Alzheimer’s Association Programs and Events
- Care at Home
- Community Services
- Housing Options
- Medical Services
- Memory Cafes
- Early Stage Programs (AlzMeetUps)
- Caregiver Health
- Dementia Care Coordination/Physician Referral (The PCP should initiate this)
- 24/7 Helpline (800-272-3900)
- Disease/Medication Management
- Access to Clinical Trials
- Education Programs
- Disability for those Diagnosed Before Age 65
- Management of Activities of Daily Living