Abstract 18721: Results of a Patient Survey Assessing Knowledge of Anticoagulation Control and Therapy - A Report from the Michigan Anticoagulation Quality Improvement Initiative

Background: Previous studies have found that a lack in a patient’s knowledge of warfarin therapy directly correlates to poor adherence, which may in turn lead to poor anticoagulation management. It is essential that patients receive proper educational support concerning anticoagulation. This is essential in regard to the identification of potential adverse events. In our study, we sought to identify potential knowledge gaps in patients enrolled in the Michigan Anticoagulation Quality Improvement Initiative (MAQI2). Methods: MAQI2 is a Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan sponsored consortium of anticoagulation management services seeking to improve the safety and quality of care provided to patients taking warfarin. To examine the efficacy of patient education, patients were asked to complete a survey including questions from the validated Oral Anticoagulation Knowledge (OAK) Test. Two MAQI2 consortium sites participated in the survey. The survey was provided within two weeks of the educational session. The...