Race, Gender Impact Heart Health in Medicare Services

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About The Study: This cross-sectional study found that Asian and Pacific Islander, Black, and Hispanic transgender and gender diverse beneficiaries had a high prevalence of cardiovascular-related conditions and had an elevated prevalence of several conditions, attributable to the intersection of gender, race, and ethnicity. Medicare should use the tools at its disposal to support the health of transgender and gender diverse beneficiaries.

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