This study is looking at a new way to help people with gout get better care after visiting the emergency department (ED). It's testing an intervention called "Patient Navigation," where a trained person will contact you by phone after your ED visit to help you overcome challenges in getting follow-up care for your gout. The study aims to see if this support helps more people attend an outpatient visit for their gout within three months. We are looking for 200 participants aged 18 to 99 who have had an acute gout flare confirmed during their ED visit and can communicate in English or Spanish. This research also hopes to increase participation of minority groups in medical studies.

Study design

This is an interventional study with a planned enrollment of 200 participants. The study does not specify if it is randomized or blinded.

What's involved

A patient navigator will contact you by phone within about 72 hours after your ED visit. During this call, they will assess any barriers you might have to attending an outpatient visit for gout care.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Your follow-up visit addressing gout will be measured at 3 months after your ED visit.

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