HealthsystemCIO.com April 4, 2024
The current healthcare system is fraught with challenges. Between workforce shortages, regulatory changes, and evolving consumer needs, the ecosystem is “just not sustainable the way it is today,” said Heather O’Sullivan.
The answer, she believes, is close to home. At least, that’s the case for Mass General Brigham, which developed a Healthcare at Home Division in 2022 to offer “a hybrid alternative to traditional care settings.” One of its four verticals, the Home Hospital, has made quite an impact, having served more than 3,500 episodes of care, which equates to some 19,000 bed days saved.
The ability to provide care in the patient home has resulted in “significant cost savings, reduced utilization, and improved patient experiences compared to traditional hospital...
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