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Jasen W. Gundersen, MD and Paul Hildebrand, MD: 5 Steps for Reducing Inappropriate Hospital Readmissions
1 . Recognizing high-risk patients.
2. Communicating effectively among providers and care teams.
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Source: Becker's Hospital Review, November 1, 2013
Source URL:
http://www.beckershospitalreview.com/quality/5-steps-for-reducing-inappropriate-hospital-readmissions.html
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