SLCNA Report February 2020 - Report - Page 24
14. Has there been a time in the past year when you
needed to see a doctor, but could not because of cost?
Groups A & B Combined
Yes
3.8%
No
96.1%
Fortunately, this number was very low, which equated to 1 participant.
15. Has there been a time in the past year when you
needed a prescription, but could not get it because of
cost?
Yes
No
Groups A & B Combined
6.9%
93%
Fortunately, this number was also relatively low, limited to 2 participants. Although, more affordable
prescriptions were shared as a need in the focus group. We can surmise that despite getting their
necessary medications, the increasing costs still plague most respondents.
16. On average, how far do you generally need to travel
for your medical care?
10 miles or less
11-20 miles
21-30 miles
More than 30 miles
Groups A & B Combined
57.4%
31.7%
6.9%
3.8%
Nearly 43% of respondents stated they have to travel 11 or more miles to receive medical care.
Understandably, we can see the desire for more reliable, safe, and affordable transportation.
17. Have you been admitted to the hospital in the past
12 months?
Yes
No
Groups A & B Combined
20.1%
79.8%
18. If you answered “yes” to question 17, were you
readmitted to the hospital within 30 days of the original
discharge?
Yes
No
Groups A & B Combined
3.1%
96.8%
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