Characteristics of patient navigation programs
| Characteristic | No. (%) of programs | |
|---|---|---|
| Alberta Health Services n = 43 | Primary Care Networks n = 15 | |
| Age group of patients served | ||
| Children only | 16 (37) | 0 |
| Adults only (excluding seniors-only programs) | 6 (14) | 1 (7) |
| Seniors only | 1 (2) | 0 |
| All ages | 20 (47) | 14 (93) |
| Targeted clinical conditions | ||
| Cancer | 8 (19) | 0 |
| Cardiovascular disease | 2 (5) | 0 |
| Kidney disease | 1 (2) | 0 |
| Chronic disease prevention or management | 2 (5) | 2 (13) |
| Substance use disorders and mental health | 10 (23) | 2 (13) |
| Developmental or neurologic concerns | 7 (16) | 0 |
| Other | 2 (5) | 2 (13) |
| No specific condition targeted | 11 (26) | 9 (60) |
| Self-referral possible | 16 (37) | 6 (40) |
| Inpatient program for hospitalized patients only | 2 (5) | 0 |
| Follow-up provided | 27 (63) | 13 (87) |
| Zones served | ||
| North | 5 (12) | 4 (27) |
| Edmonton | 9 (21) | 3 (20) |
| Central | 7 (16) | 8 (53) |
| Calgary | 19 (44) | 0 |
| South | 3 (7) | 0 |
| Province-wide | 10 (23) | 0 |