Socioeconomic Status Factors
From PatientRecovery
Socioeconomic status factors are elements of the Patient environment factors in patient recovery.
Contents
Financial Health
- Income
- Wealth
- Patient Contributions Capabilities
- Financial Constraints (Debt, family commitments) -
Job Status
- Sick Days/Leave Availability
- Occupation
Education
- Completed levels of formal education
- Literacy
Medical Insurance Status
- Employer plan, Medicare, Medicaid, VA, etc.)
- Deductibles, Co-payments, monthly premiums
Socioeconomic - History
- Credit Rating & History
Social Support Assistance
Government and non-government programs
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) - Food Stamps
- National School Lunch Program
- Public Assistance or Welfare Programs
