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Current strategies and future directions for reducing hospital readmission
Multi-component interventions that help reduce readmissions for patients discharged home.
ReadCare coordination program cuts readmissions and improves outcomes
A hospital discharge program in nursing home settings improved care quality and coordination.
ReadWhat is care coordination?
How care coordination synchronizes care delivery across multiple providers and specialists.
ReadCare coordination should meet the patient's needs and preferences
Broad approaches and specific activities that keep coordination centered on the patient.
ReadACOs need to engage hospitalists to drive success
Why hospitalist engagement matters for accountable care organization performance.
ReadAccountable care organizations are creating preferred SNF networks
How ACOs use preferred skilled nursing relationships to manage post-acute spending.
ReadReadmissions and adverse events after discharge from hospital
Common post-discharge adverse events and why follow-up matters.
ReadDischarge planning, outpatient appointments and readmission rates
The link between kept post-discharge appointments after psychiatric care and readmission.
ReadContinuity of care and discharge planning after psychiatric admission
Why communication with outpatient providers matters for patients new to outpatient care.
ReadHospital-at-home bundled program associated with positive outcomes
Study findings on readmissions, ED revisits and patient ratings for hospital-at-home care.
ReadEngagement equals positive outcomes
How technology can support patient engagement and adherence.
ReadThe importance of preventative healthcare
How preventive screening and healthy habits reduce chronic disease risk.
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