TABLE 1.
Statements related to IMCM components; frequency of statement reported among top 3 priorities of participants (N = 20)
| IMCM component | For me it is important that … | n |
|---|---|---|
| Delivery system design | ||
| Regular comprehensive assessment | 1. … one of my care providers assesses my whole situation regularly (for instance, every six months); and not only my medical situation, but also explores how I feel, what my daily life looks like and whether I can manage at home and in daily life. | 12 |
| Individual care plan | 2. … one of my care providers develops a personal care plan with me, based on my needs and preferences; which not only focuses on the management of my chronic conditions, but also addresses my broader needs and way of living, including my social contacts and living environment | 3 |
| Care coordinator | 3. … one of my care providers is the link between me, my important others/carers and all other care providers of which I receive care or support; thus, one person who will liaise and manages all information about my care | 6 |
| Decision support | ||
| Consultation system | 4. … my care providers consult experts (for instance, medical specialists, psychologists, etc), if they lack knowledge or experience to decide about the best care or treatment for me | 2 |
| Self‐management support | ||
| Provide options for self‐management | 5. … my care providers support me in retaining control and taking care of myself | 8 |
| Shared decision making | 6. … my care providers encourage me to actively consider my options for care and treatment and engage in shared decision‐making about my care | 5 |
| Information systems and technology | ||
| Patient‐operated technology | 7. … my care provider considers eHealth technology as an option for me; for instance whether I could use an app or website to send health monitoring information to the health center or hospital, so that less face‐to‐face visits will be needed | 3 |
| Shared electronic health records | 8. … my care providers register my health and care data in one electronic file, so that they have quick access to all relevant information | 15 |
| Social and community resources | ||
| Assessment of support needs | 9. … my care provider asks about my needs for support, for example my need for domestic help, transport facilities, exercise programmes or peer support | 4 |
| Access to community and social resources | 10. … my care provider informs me about community resources for support and activities in my neighbourhood, and helps me getting in touch | 2 |