Chronic Disease Management in Kootenai County

Long-Term Care That Puts You Back in Control—Summit Health, Hayden, ID

What Is Chronic Disease Management

Chronic disease management is a structured, ongoing approach to caring for long-term health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, asthma, thyroid disorders, and more.

At Summit Health in Hayden, we partner with families and small businesses throughout Kootenai County to provide personalized care that helps patients live healthier, more active lives.

Why It Matters in Kootenai County

Whether you're managing your own diagnosis or supporting a loved one—or seeking consistent care for your workforce—chronic condition support is built into our concierge medicine model.

Chronic Disease Management Services for Individuals and Families in Kootenai County

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If you or a family member has been diagnosed with a chronic illness, you're not alone. Chronic conditions affect nearly half of American adults, and many in Hayden, Coeur d’Alene, Post Falls, and the surrounding areas are looking for care that’s consistent, affordable, and proactive.

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Chronic Illnesses We Commonly Manage:

  • Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes

  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

  • High Cholesterol (Hyperlipidemia)

  • Heart Disease and Cardiovascular Risk

  • Asthma and COPD

  • Thyroid Conditions (Hypo- and Hyperthyroidism)

  • Arthritis and Autoimmune Disorders

  • Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome

  • Depression and Anxiety

  • Digestive Issues (IBS, GERD)

  • Long-COVID and Post-Viral Syndromes

At Summit Health, we provide a full-circle approach to chronic disease management, which includes regular monitoring, medication optimization, lab testing, lifestyle support, and long-term planning.

Ongoing Chronic Disease Support Through DPC Membership

With traditional insurance-based care, managing chronic conditions can feel fragmented, resulting in short appointments, slow response times, and confusing billing.

With concierge medicine at Summit Health, support for chronic conditions is built into your membership. That means:

  • Unlimited visits for follow-up and monitoring

  • No co-pays or deductibles to worry about

  • Direct messaging and telehealth with your provider

  • Continuous care from someone who knows your history

  • Proactive adjustments based on labs and symptoms, not insurance approval


Chronic Disease Management for Small Businesses in Kootenai County

Healthy employees are productive employees. At Summit Health, we help businesses in Hayden, Post Falls, and Rathdrum support workers living with chronic health conditions—without inflating insurance premiums.

Chronic Care Services for Employers and Teams:

  • Baseline screenings and diagnostics for at-risk employees

  • Ongoing check-ins to reduce sick days and ER visits

  • Blood pressure, glucose, and cholesterol management

  • Mental health and stress support

  • Weight management and nutrition guidance

  • Chronic pain and fatigue evaluations

  • Coordinated referrals for imaging or specialist care

Offering chronic disease support as a benefit shows your employees you care and helps you retain experienced, dependable team members.

Benefits of Chronic Disease Management in Hayden and Beyond

Chronic conditions often develop silently and progress without obvious symptoms. With regular monitoring, lifestyle support, and compassionate care, you can take back control of your health and reduce long-term complications.

Why Ongoing Condition Management Matters:

  • Reduces ER visits and hospitalizations

  • Improves the quality of life and daily energy

  • Helps patients avoid medication overload

  • Provides mental and emotional support

  • Lowers the risk of stroke, heart attack, and complications

At Summit Health, we treat the person, not just the diagnosis. Our approach to chronic disease care is personal, not clinical.

Chronic Condition Monitoring and Labs in Kootenai County

Accurate, timely lab work is essential for managing chronic health issues. Through in-house services and local partnerships, we provide fast access to diagnostic tools and blood work for patients across Kootenai County.

Common Labs We Use in Chronic Disease Management:

  • A1C and Blood Glucose Monitoring

  • Cholesterol and Lipid Panels

  • Liver and Kidney Function Tests

  • Thyroid Function (TSH, Free T4, T3)

  • Inflammatory Markers (CRP, ESR)

  • Vitamin and Nutrient Panels

  • Electrolytes and Metabolic Panels

  • EKGs and Cardiac Risk Labs

  • Hormone Testing (if needed)

We keep testing straightforward and affordable—many labs are included in your DPC membership or billed at our low partner rates.

 

Lifestyle and Medication Support for Chronic Disease Care

Good chronic care goes beyond prescriptions. At Summit Health, we combine traditional medicine with lifestyle coaching to help patients stay motivated and make sustainable changes.

Our Support Includes:

  • Medication review and adjustment

  • Weight and nutrition counseling

  • Movement and exercise planning

  • Sleep hygiene strategies

  • Mental wellness support

  • Habit tracking and check-ins

  • Smoking cessation programs

You won’t get a rushed visit and a prescription. You’ll receive a care plan tailored to your real life.


Why Small Businesses and Families in Kootenai County Choose Summit Health

Summit Health is proud to be part of the Kootenai County community, serving families, individuals, and employers with care that’s accessible, respectful, and deeply personalized.

We’re not part of a hospital network. We’re a local, independent, and relationship-focused company. Our patients trust us because we don’t treat them like a number—we treat them like family.

How to Get Started with Chronic Disease Management at Summit Health

Whether you’ve just been diagnosed or have been managing a condition for years, we’re here to support you. Getting started is simple.

For Individuals and Families:

  1. Schedule an intro visit or join our DPC membership

  2. Meet your provider for a full wellness review and lab panel

  3. Receive a personalized care plan with unlimited follow-up

For Employers:

  1. Request a quote for employee DPC coverage

  2. Customize your company plan with chronic condition support

  3. Offer access to Summit Health’s ongoing care for your team