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Preventing Readmissions Starts Before Discharge: The Role of Nurse-First Triage
Hospital readmissions are a persistent challenge for health systems across the country. Nearly one in five Medicare patients is readmitted within 30 days of discharge, costing the healthcare system billions of dollars each year. Beyond the financial burden, readmissions impact patient outcomes, contribute to overcrowding in hospitals, and can lead to penalties for health systems under the Hospital Readmissions Reduction Program (HRRP).
