Documenting Social Determinants of Health to Advance Health Equity

Health equity webinar

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  • Nov. 12, 2026 (Thu)
  • Online
  • 1 Credits

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    Faculty

    • Ekezie C. Ernest, MD

    1. Identify social determinants of health (SDOH) and health-related social needs that may affect patient outcomes during routine clinical encounters.

    2. Apply strategies for accurate, objective, and respectful documentation of SDOH, social risks, and barriers to care within the medical record.

    3. Integrate documented social and structural factors into care planning, referrals, care coordination, and quality improvement efforts.

    4. Evaluate how aggregated SDOH documentation data can inform population health strategies, advance health equity initiatives, and support systems-level advocacy.

    The AAFP has reviewed Documenting Social Determinants of Health to Advance Health Equity and deemed it acceptable for up to 1.00 Live AAFP Prescribed credit. Term of Approval is from 11/12/2026 to 11/12/2026. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.​

    The AAFP is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.​

    The American Academy of Family Physicians designates this Internet live course for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.​

    CME activities approved for AAFP credit are recognized by the AOA as equivalent to AOA Category 2 credit.​

    Documenting Social Determinants of Health to Advance Health Equity