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Reducing Readmissions

Case studies and other resources to reduce hospital readmissions.

Brigham Health – Boston

In Brigham and Women’s home hospital care program, patients receive hospital-level care in the comfort of their own homes. The program has helped lower costs and readmissions.
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The Value Initiative Members in Action: Baylor Scott & White Health – Dallas, Texas

Baylor Scott & White Health’s Community Advocates Program trains undergraduate student volunteers to screen patients for their medical and social needs and link them to existing resources in the community.
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The Value Initiative Members In Action: PeaceHealth Peace Harbor Medical Center – Florence, Ore.

PeaceHealth Peace Harbor Medical Center – Florence, Ore. Critical access hospital engages paramedics to improve care through home visits  
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The Value Initiative Members In Action: 15 Hospitals in North Carolina and South Carolina

15 Hospitals in North Carolina and South Carolina Transforming Care in the Carolinas
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AHA Members in Action: Augusta Health – Fishersville, VA

Augusta Health dramatically improved patient outcomes and reduced readmissions with its own automated sepsis surveillance system. When a patient’s condition triggers an alert, a secure text is sent to the ED charge nurse for immediate assessment. Click here to learn more.
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Value Initiative Members In Action: Sutter Health – Sacramento, CA

Sutter Health, located in northern California, uses an artificial intelligence platform to reduce inpatient drug spending, decrease lengths of stay and improve quality and safety. Click the resource below to learn more

Examining the Drivers of Readmissions and Reducing Unnecessary Readmissions for Better Patient Care PDF

This TrendWatch from September 2011 examines recent research on hospital readmissions, including the linkages between readmissions and quality of care, and the various circumstances that may drive readmissions.