What is the goal of integrating social determinants into OASIS-E?

Integrating social determinants into OASIS-E aims to provide better insights into factors affecting health outcomes. Understanding social determinants—such as socioeconomic status, education, neighborhood and physical environment, employment, and social support networks—enables healthcare providers to identify how these factors influence a patient's health. This comprehensive approach allows for more personalized care planning, better resource allocation, and ultimately improved patient outcomes. By recognizing the non-medical influences on health, providers can address barriers to care and promote effective interventions that cater to patients' individual circumstances, leading to enhanced health equity and quality of care.

The other options refer to areas that, while important, do not align with the primary purpose of integrating social determinants into assessment. Instead of enhancing financial aspects, reducing the number of assessments, or merely improving administrative efficiency, the focus remains on understanding and addressing the holistic needs of patients to optimize health outcomes.