Emmi Program Updates and Enhancements - October 2022

The following programs will be released on October 26, 2022. To preview program updates, please visit tryemmi.com and enter the code OCT2022.
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Updated Emmi Programs

Cataract Surgery

Program Code: 66

Subscriptions: EmmiEngage, EmmiPrep, Faith-Based EmmiEngage

Main changes:

  • Edited to be less gendered throughout
  • Updated Emmi language style throughout to be more concise
  • Harmonized with UpToDate
    • Added that certain things raise a person’s chance of getting cataracts (smoking; having diabetes, metabolic syndrome, or HIV/AIDS; using corticosteroids over a long period of time)
  • Updated to most recent allergic reaction risk and NPO and blood-thinner language (Coumadin removed since no longer on the market)
  • Added an alternative (Femto Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery)
  • Removed between section transitions so sections can stand alone
These updates have also been applied to the following EmmiEducate programs:
  • What are Cataracts?: Overview (32096)
  • What Happens During Cataract Surgery?: Overview (32094)
Cataract Surgery with IOL Options

Program Code: 295

Subscriptions: EmmiEngage, EmmiPrep, Faith-Based EmmiEngage

Main changes:

  • Edited to be less gendered throughout
  • Updated Emmi language style throughout to be more concise
  • Harmonized with UpToDate
    • Added that certain things raise a person’s chance of getting cataracts (smoking; having diabetes, metabolic syndrome, or HIV/AIDS; using corticosteroids over a long period of time)
    • Added definition of astigmatism to line 94 for patient understanding
      Updated to most recent allergic reaction risk and NPO and blood-thinner language (Coumadin removed since no longer on the market)
  • Added an alternative (Femto Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery)
  • Removed between section transitions so sections can stand alone
These updates have also been applied to the following EmmiEducate program:
  • What Happens During Cataract Surgery With IOL Options?: Overview (32041)
Sleep Study

Program Code: 495

Subscriptions: EmmiEngage, EmmiPrep, Faith-Based EmmiEngage

Main changes:

  • Harmonized content with UTD
    • Removed “stroke” from list of health conditions that may improve by treating sleep apnea
    • Made language around above health conditions more general (deleted “prevent”)
  • Harmonized content with AMR notes
    • Removed specific timeframes, labs will have different time schedules for patients
    • Added upper airway stimulation as a treatment option for moderate/severe OSA adult patients
    • Added the name of daytime study (Multiple Sleep Latency Test or MSLT)
  • Edited “Why a Sleep Study” section to match “At-Home Sleep Study” program
  • Updated program for inclusivity
    • Added more diverse artwork
    • Updated for gendered language
    • Updated for weight language
  • Rearranged several lines for better content flow
These updates have also been applied to the following EmmiEducate program:
  • What Happens During a Sleep Study?: Overview (31896) 
Sleep Study: At Home

Program Code: 3969

Subscriptions: EmmiEngage, EmmiPrep, Faith-Based EmmiEngage

Main changes:

  • Harmonized content with UTD
    • Removed “stroke” from list of health conditions that may improve by treating sleep apnea
    • Made language around above health conditions more general (deleted “prevent”)
  • Harmonized content with AMR notes
    • Removed nasal EPAP device from treatment options
    • Added upper airway stimulation as a treatment option for OSA
    • Clarified that there are 2 categories of studies (home and lab); edited language around this to emphasize that home studies are accurate
  • Edited “Why a Sleep Study” section to match “Having a Sleep Study” program
  • Updated program for inclusivity
    • Added more diverse artwork
    • Updated for gendered language
    • Updated for weight language
  • Rearranged several lines for better content flow
These updates have also been applied to the following EmmiEducate program:
  • What Happens During a Sleep Study at Home?: Overview (31897)
Sleep Apnea (OSA)

Program Code: 520

Subscriptions: EmmiEngage, EmmiHealth, Faith-Based EmmiEngage

Main changes:

  • Harmonized content with UTD
    • Included language around avoiding alcohol/sedatives and lowering BMI (losing weight) to help manage OSA
    • Included language around erectile dysfunction and how CPAPs can help
  • Harmonized content with AMR notes
    • Added upper airway stimulation as a treatment option for moderate/severe OSA adult patients
    • Clarified that some children may need more treatments/follow-ups
    • Added heart arrhythmia and dementia as possible long-term health risks
  • Updated program for inclusivity
    • Added more diverse artwork
    • Updated for gendered language
    • Updated for weight language
  • Rearranged several lines for better content flow
These updates have also been applied to the following EmmiEducate program: 
  • What Is Sleep Apnea?: Overview (31913)
Medication History - Patient

Program Code: 153

Subscriptions: EmmiEngage, EmmiSafety, Faith-Based EmmiEngage

Main changes:

  • Harmonized content with UpToDate:
    • Added emphasis to including prescriptions that are not in pill form
    • Added vaping and e-cigarette to medicine/lifestyle factors list
  • Updated content based on annual medical and advisor reviews:
    • Added suggestion to check medications listed in online patient portal, if applicable
    • Added suggestion to keep an updated physical copy of the medication list in wallet or bag
    • Added opioid medicines to information about medicines people may be reluctant to tell their care team about, but are important for them to know if you're taking
    • Expanded list of things people should talk to their care team about to include not taking medicines because of side effects or cost
  • Updated standard language