Insurance Churn and Diabetes Outcomes Among Patients With Low Income | Synapse
March 22, 2026Open Access
Insurance Churn and Diabetes Outcomes Among Patients With Low Income
Key Points
This study aims to examine how losing health insurance affects diabetes outcomes in low-income populations.
Conducted a case-control analysis comparing diabetes outcomes between insured and uninsured individuals.
Targeted low-income individuals receiving care from community health centers.
Utilized data from patient records to assess health outcomes post-insurance loss.
Identified a significant association between insurance loss and worsening diabetes outcomes.
Uninsured individuals experienced higher rates of diabetes complications compared to those with insurance.
Findings suggest that maintaining insurance is crucial for managing diabetes effectively.
Abstract
This case-control study assesses the association of losing insurance with diabetes outcomes among people with low income served by community health centers.