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OSF deploys care transition program, reduces readmission rate from 29% to 9%

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THE PROBLEM This issue stemmed largely from gaps in continuous care during transitions between these settings. "The existing systems were fragmented, with each care setting operating in a silo ," he explained. "All interventions and patient outcomes are thoroughly tracked and analyzed," he added.

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Digital Transformation 101: A handy primer

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These care providers should be open to questioning and changing everything, thinking differently and aiming to create entirely new, better models of care delivery, more efficient, engaging end-to-end processes and journeys, and shifting focus from sick care to preventive health and wellness.

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Digitalization in healthcare empowers patients

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If physicians and other healthcare professionals cannot leverage that data into actionable insights, the data is meaningless [3]. Analytic expertise is required to help prevent “information overload” and provide healthcare professionals with the tools for integrating and using the data for the betterment of that patient.

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Data Velocity in Healthcare: Why Speed Matters

HIT Consultant

Stale data can mean inadequate care and missed opportunities to manage medications or chronic conditions. It also means higher operating costs, as support staff use inaccurate chase lists for patient engagement and routine preventative care like vaccines and screenings. The risks of stale data Missed opportunities.

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Why The End of the Public Health Emergency is Everyone’s Problem

HIT Consultant

The goal of the PHE was to help low-income people receive appropriate preventive and primary care during the pandemic without disruptions in coverage. However, the demand for healthcare is only going to rise, driven by the long-term impacts of Covid-19 and delaying care for other health conditions.

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Navigating 2024 Healthcare Challenges: Policy, AI, and the Road Ahead

HIT Consultant

From streamlining documentation processes to facilitating care coordination between SNFs and hospitals, AI holds promise in alleviating the burdens faced by healthcare professionals. Moreover, it fosters connections and interoperability, paving the way for smoother care transitions and reduced readmission rates.

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Effective Strategies to Reduce Hospital Readmissions Through Medical Call Center

Sequence Health

Hospital readmissions can be costly and challenging for both healthcare providers and patients. Implementing effective strategies to reduce readmissions is critical for improving patient outcomes and lowering healthcare expenses. One powerful solution is leveraging medical call centers.