Accelerated ART Initiation for PWHIV Who Are Out of Care
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
The main purpose of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness, of the ACCELERATE model of care to achieve HIV viral suppression at Week 24. The study will also assess the acceptability, appropriateness, feasibility, and sustainability of the ACCELERATE model of care. The ACCELERATE model combines a standardized method for outreach, the use of telehealth for rapid access to an HIV care provider, a simplified pre-approved HIV regimen, a free 30-day medication starter supply, and re-linkage to medical care.
Eligibility Criteria
PLWH Inclusion criteria: Participants must meet ALL the following inclusion criteria 1. 18 years or older at the time of obtaining the informed consent 2. Speaks English 3. Able to give consent which includes the ability to understand and comply with study requirements and instructions as judged by clinic or study staff 4. HIV-1 infection as documented by positive HIV test (positive laboratory HIV 1/2 Antibody differentiation assay or detectable HIV -1 RNA) 5. Out of care, defined as not had a medical visit with an HIV care provider with prescribing privileges for ≥6 months AND not receiving ART for ≥1 month (by self-report) Site Staff Inclusion criteria: Participants must meet ALL the following inclusion criteria 1. 18 years or older at the time of obtaining the informed consent 2. HIV care providers, case managers, pharmacists, or administrators involved in administrative or clinical aspects of the intervention at participating sites 3. Understand the long-term commitment to the stud