A Pragmatic Intervention to Increase Screening of High-Risk Individuals for Diabetic Retinopathy

Maren S. G, Rachael L. Rivard, Jennifer M. Dinh, Gregg D. Simonson, Jeanette Y. Ziegenfuss, Jane A. Bailey, Center for Evaluation and Survey Research, HealthPartners Institute, International Diabetes Center, HealthPartners Institute

Journal of Primary Care & Community Health

Published online on June 13, 2026

Abstract

Journal of Primary Care & Community Health, Volume 17, January-December 2026.
Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a leading cause of blindness among U.S. working-age adults. Hispanic and Black individuals with diabetes are disproportionately impacted. Early detection of DR can prevent vision loss; however, at least 30% of patients at risk ...