Cardiovascular Care and Outcomes 2018-2022 | JACC Author Interview

This JACC Author Interview features Karen Joynt Maddox, MD, MPH, and JACC Executive Associate Editor Mitsuaki Sawano, MD, discussing this paper published in the March 24 issue of JACC. The paper looks into cardiovascular care and outcomes among Medicare beneficiaries during the late phase of the COVID-19 pandemic (2021–2022). The research reveals persistent reductions in hospitalizations, increased outpatient visits driven by telehealth, and a concerning 20% rise in mortality—especially among socially vulnerable populations and Medicare Advantage enrollees. In this in-depth author interview, learn about potential biological, behavioral, and systemic factors behind these trends and the importance of strengthening healthcare resilience for future crises. #jacc #jaccjournals