The Heart Health After Cardiac Treatment Study

The Heart Health After Cardiac Treatment Study

The goal of this study is to determine whether participation in a tailored cardiac rehabilitation program delivered in a safety net setting, compared to usual care referral to an outside cardiac rehabilitation program, results in greater participation in cardiac rehabilitation.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Age 18+

2. Referred for cardiac rehabilitation for a covered indication:

   1. Acute myocardial infarction
   2. Percutaneous coronary intervention
   3. Coronary artery bypass surgery
   4. Heart valve repair or replacement
   5. Heart transplant
   6. Chronic stable angina
   7. Chronic systolic heart failure (EF <=35%)

3. Able to communicate in English, Spanish, or Cantonese

4. Able to consent for self

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Currently enrolled in hospice.
2. Provider says patient may not be approached for participation in this study.