Data Snapshots
Data Snapshots
The Data Snapshots focus on various health disparities in the Medicare population, including data from CMS’s Mapping Medicare Disparities (MMD) tool varied by age, sex, race and ethnicity, eligibility for Medicare and Medicaid, and geographic areas. Read the following fact sheets for the data findings, Medicare enrollee resources and resources for health care providers.
Flu Vaccine (PDF)
Millions of people get the flu every year. An annual seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to help protect against the flu. Our data snapshot provides an overview of who should get the flu vaccine and information about flu vaccine disparities among Medicare Fee-For-Service enrollees.
Alzheimer’s Disease (PDF)
Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia, an umbrella term for a wide range of progressive brain diseases that are characterized by the onset of behavioral, cognitive, and emotional impairments primarily in older adults. The MMD Tool shows the prevalence of Alzheimer’s or related dementia among Medicare fee-for-service (FFS) enrollees. This data snapshot summarizes the key findings and the prevalence of Alzheimer’s among Medicare FFS enrollees by geography and race/ethnicity.
Arthritis (PDF)
Arthritis refers to any disorder that affects the body’s joints. Data from CMS’s Chronic Conditions Data Warehouse indicates the prevalence rate of arthritis (osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis) among Medicare Fee-for-Service enrollees. The MMD Tool shows the prevalence varied by age, sex, race and ethnicity, eligibility for Medicare and Medicaid, and geographic areas.
Asthma (PDF)
Asthma is a chronic lung disease that inflames and narrows the airways of the lungs resulting in recurring periods of shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightening and coughing. Data from CMS’s Chronic Conditions Data Warehouse shows the prevalence for asthma among Medicare Fee-for-Service enrollees.
Atrial Fibrillation (PDF)
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common type of arrhythmia, defined by an irregular heart rhythm or heartbeat. Our MMD Tool shows the prevalence of AF among Medicare Fee-for-Service enrollees varied by age, sex, race and ethnicity, eligibility for Medicare and Medicaid, and geographic areas.
Autism Spectrum (PDF)
Autism Spectrum Disorder is a chronic condition including developmental disabilities that result in social, communication and behavioral challenges. Data from the MMD Tool shows the prevalence of Autism Spectrum among Medicare FFS enrollees varied by age, sex, race and ethnicity, eligibility for Medicare and Medicaid, and geographic areas.
Breast Cancer Screening (PDF)
The best way to find breast cancer early is through screening, also known as mammography, to find signs of cancer before symptoms arise. We compiled data from our MMD Tool about the breast cancer screening rate across minority groups. Learn more about breast cancer screening disparities and about the benefits of screenings in the data snapshot.
Chronic Kidney Disease (PDF)
Chronic Kidney Disease is a condition in which the kidneys are damaged and cannot filter blood as normal. CMS Chronic Condition public-use data identified disparities in the prevalence of CKD among Medicare enrollees.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (PDF)
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema, is a progressive disease that cause airflow blockage and breathing-related problems. Our MMD Tool shows the prevalence of COPD among Medicare FFS enrollees varied by age, sex, race and ethnicity, eligibility for Medicare and Medicaid, and geographic areas.
Depression (PDF)
Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders. Our MMD Tool shows the prevalence of depression among Medicare FFS enrollees varied by age, sex, race and ethnicity, eligibility for Medicare and Medicaid, and geographic areas.
Diabetes (PDF)
Diabetes is a chronic condition in which blood glucose (blood sugar) levels in the body are too high and cause heart disease, blindness, kidney failure and lower-extremity amputations. Our MMD Tool shows the prevalence of diabetes among Medicare FFS enrollees varied by age, sex, race and ethnicity, eligibility for Medicare and Medicaid, and geographic areas.
Heart Failure (PDF)
Heart failure is a condition in which the heart cannot fill with enough blood or pump blood with enough force to meet the body’s needs. Coronary heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes are the leading causes of heart failure. Our MMD Tool shows the prevalence of heart failure among Medicare FFS beneficiaries varied by age, sex, race and ethnicity, eligibility for Medicare and Medicaid, and geographic areas.
Hepatitis (PDF)
Viral hepatitis is a disease often caused by one of five known hepatitis viruses: A, B, C, D, and E that results in inflammation of the liver. Our MMD Tool shows the prevalence of hepatitis among Medicare FFS enrollees in minority populations.
HIV/AIDS (PDF)
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) interferes with the immune system causing increased susceptibility to infections. Our MMD Tool shows the prevalence of HIV/AIDS among Medicare FFS enrollees varied by geographic areas.
Hyperlipidemia (PDF)
Hyperlipidemia, also known as high cholesterol, refers to conditions that cause elevated levels of lipids in the blood. Data from the MMD Tool shows the prevalence of hyperlipidemia among Medicare FFS enrollees varied by geographic areas.
Hypertension (PDF)
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a risk factor for coronary heart disease, stroke, congestive heart failure and end-stage renal disease. Read the data snapshot for data on the prevalence of hypertension among Medicare FFS enrollees varied by race/ethnicity and geographic areas.
Ischemic Heart Disease (PDF)
Ischemic Heart Disease, also known as coronary artery disease, affects the supply of blood to the heart when cholesterol deposits being too narrow or block blood vessels, frequently leading to a heart attack. Our MMD Tool shows the prevalence of coronary artery disease among Medicare FFS enrollees varied by age, sex, race and ethnicity, eligibility for Medicare and Medicaid, and geographic areas.
Obesity (PDF)
Obesity is associated with many chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes that disproportionately affect racial and ethnic minorities. Our MMD Tool shows the prevalence of obesity among Medicare FFS enrollees varied by age, sex, race and ethnicity, eligibility for Medicare and Medicaid, and geographic areas.
Osteoporosis (PDF)
Osteoporosis is a chronic condition that weakens the bones, especially in the neck, back and hips. Data from CMS’s Chronic Conditions Data Warehouse indicates the prevalence rate of osteoporosis among Medicare Fee-for-Service enrollees varied by race/ethnicity and gender.
Prostate Cancer (PDF)
Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in American males. Read the data snapshot to find more information on the prevalence of prostate cancer among Medicare enrollees varied by race/ethnicity.
Stroke (PDF)
A stoke occurs when brains cells due following a sudden interruption in the flow of oxygen to the brain. Data from CMS’s Chronic Conditions Data Warehouse indicates the prevalence rate of strokes among Medicare fee-for-service enrollees varied by race/ethnicity and gender.
Tobacco Use (PDF)
Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable disease, disability, and death in the United States, causing cancer, heart disease, stroke, lung diseases, diabetes, and more. Our MMD Tool shows the prevalence of tobacco use among Medicare FFS enrollees varied by year, age, sex, race and ethnicity, eligibility for Medicare and Medicaid, and geographic areas.
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