Our study aims are to:~Aim 1: Adapt the PATTERN intervention for use in primary care using input from key stakeholders. During Aim 1, the Northwestern research team will solicit opinions from key informants (patients, clinicians, practice administrators) to ensure PATTERN meets the needs of primary care.~Aim 2: Assess the PATTERN intervention's feasibility and acceptability for use in primary care. During Aim 2, the investigators will conduct a 2-arm, patient-randomized controlled trial at a Northwestern Medicine primary care practice. Participants will be recruited and randomly assigned, using a random number generator application, to either the PATTERN intervention or usual care. Usual care refers to the normal standard clinical practices at the participating practice. Participants will be followed for 6 months.
This study is being conducted to adapt and pilot test a technology-enabled, primary care strategy for routinely monitoring medication use and adherence among older adults with multiple chronic conditions and polypharmacy.