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Master of Public Health

Physician Perspectives on Factors Contributing to Readmissions and Potential Prevention Strategies: A Multicenter Survey.

AUTHORS

Herzig SJ , Schnipper JL , Doctoroff L , Kim CS , Flanders SA , Robinson EJ , Ruhnke GW , Thomas L , Kripalani S , Lindenauer PK , Williams MV , Metlay JP , Auerbach AD , . Journal of general internal medicine. 2016 6 9; ().
  • NIHMSID: 8605834

ABSTRACT

The transition out of the hospital is a vulnerable time for patients, relying heavily on communication and coordination of resources across care settings. Understanding the perspectives of inpatient and outpatient physicians regarding factors contributing to readmission and potential preventive strategies is crucial in designing appropriately targeted readmission prevention efforts.

The transition out of the hospital is a vulnerable time for patients, relying heavily on communication and coordination of resources across care settings. Understanding the perspectives of inpatient and outpatient physicians regarding factors contributing to readmission and potential preventive strategies is crucial in designing appropriately targeted readmission prevention efforts.

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