Penn Medicine's Remote Monitoring Pilot Achieves 90 Percent Reduction in Hospitalizations
Penn Medicine
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
The PATH program enables patients to receive hospital-level care at home through a model that includes virtual check-ins, home nurse visits, and vital sign monitoring. This approach not only improves patient comfort but also allows healthcare professionals to address environmental factors impacting health, thereby preventing hospital readmissions. The program's effectiveness is underscored by a 90 percent success rate in avoiding hospital stays for enrolled patients, highlighting the potential for home-based care to transform traditional healthcare delivery. Dr. Austin Kilaru's emphasis on understanding the patient's home environment suggests that integrating technology with personalized care can lead to better health outcomes.
