McKnight's February 14, 2025
Rising rehospitalization rates among skilled nursing facility (SNF) residents are not just costly — averaging over $15,000 per readmission — they hinder clinicians’ ability to deliver efficient and quality care.
Currently, more than 20% of residents discharged from hospitals to SNFs are readmitted within 30 days. As the Medicare population continues to grow, nursing homes must find new strategies to address the challenges of improving outcomes while controlling costs.
This is where predictive models offer a solution. By leveraging historical and real-time data, these advanced models can identify residents at heightened risk of readmission, empowering clinical teams to take preventative action. Early interventions — such as personalized care plans, targeted follow-ups and enhanced care coordination — can mitigate complications before...
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