An examination of referrals declined for chronic pain care: There is increasing mental health complexity within care-seeking patients with chronic pain over time.

Rachael BosmaBrittany N RosenbloomEmeralda BurkeChristian AquinoCara StanleyKimberly CoombsAdriano NellaShamalla JamesHance ClarkeDavid FlamerAnuj BhatiaJohn FlanneryAndrew SmithTania Di Renna

Published in: Canadian journal of pain = Revue canadienne de la douleur (2024)

Mental health complexities continue to be a significant barrier to health care service acquisition for individuals living with chronic pain. The increase in patient complexity from 2018 to 2022 highlights the need for integrated health care resources.

Keyphrases

chronic pain
mental health
healthcare
pain management
mental illness
palliative care
affordable care act
quality improvement
case report
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