Free rides to eye doctor: will it keep patients from missing appointments?

NCT ID NCT07296952

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study tests a free rideshare program (like Uber or Lyft) for 60 people with diabetic retinopathy who have Medicaid insurance. The goal is to see if offering free rides helps patients attend their scheduled eye appointments. Researchers will compare attendance rates before and during the program and also ask patients and clinic staff what they think about the service.

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Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • UI Health

    RECRUITING

    Chicago, Illinois, 60647, United States

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