Impact of medication therapy management services on patient outcomes

Abstract

This extensive analysis investigates the influence of Medication Therapy Management (MTM) services on patient outcomes, specifically emphasizing medication adherence, health-related quality of life, healthcare usage, and cost savings. We performed a comprehensive review and meta-analysis of relevant literature over the last decade to assess the efficacy of MTM services. The study included research that encompassed a wide range of patient demographics, with particular emphasis on individuals with chronic ailments and the elderly. The analysis demonstrated that MTM interventions had a substantial impact on enhancing drug adherence, leading to a noteworthy 10% rise in adherence rates when compared to conventional treatment. Moreover, MTM services have shown beneficial impacts on the health-related quality of life, especially in patients with chronic ailments like diabetes and hypertension. Patients who received MTM services reported enhanced physical and mental health ratings, suggesting a more extensive influence on their overall well-being. Furthermore, it was shown that MTM services effectively decrease healthcare consumption, resulting in a decrease in hospitalizations and trips to the emergency room. Significantly, those suffering from heart failure and numerous chronic ailments saw a noteworthy 20% decline in hospitalizations and a 15% drop in visits to the emergency room, respectively.