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. 1999 Nov:Spec No:67-85.
doi: 10.1097/00001786-199911000-00008.

Using data to reduce hospital readmissions

P D Franklin  1 , C M Noetscher, M E Murphy, R J Lagoe
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Using data to reduce hospital readmissions

P D Franklin et al. J Nurs Care Qual. 1999 Nov.

Abstract

This article describes the importance and the development of data concerning hospital readmissions as an outcomes indicator. It emphasizes the need for consistent definition of readmissions according to time intervals and diagnostic categories. It describes the development of readmission information using computer abstract databases to ensure consistency of indicators. It also provides examples of data developed through this approach.

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