Alzheimer’s Disease & Related Dementias in Older Adults: Diagnosis, Treatment, & Important Conversations

Many cases of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and other dementias are not diagnosed, and less than half of Medicare beneficiaries with a diagnosis in their billing records report having been told of that diagnosis. This resource includes guidance on how to best detect cognitive impairment and dementia; the benefits of early detection; and communication tips for walking through diagnosis and care options with your patient and their caregiver.