Providers Betting Big on Future of Hospital at Home

Providers Betting Big on Future of Hospital at Home

In response to the evolving healthcare landscape, providers are increasingly turning to the Hospital at Home (H@H) model as a viable alternative to traditional inpatient care. Mass General Brigham, for instance, aims to transition 10% of its medical patients to home care, citing potential benefits including reduced length of stay and healthcare costs. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' (CMS) Acute Hospital Care at Home (AHCAH) initiative has catalyzed this shift, enabling hospitals to provide inpatient-level care in patients' homes. While research underscores the efficacy and cost savings of H@H programs, challenges remain, particularly concerning reimbursement and infrastructure. Efforts to extend CMS waivers and garner legislative support reflect the growing importance of H@H in reshaping healthcare delivery.

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Providers are increasingly adopting the Hospital at Home (H@H) model to transition patients from traditional inpatient care to home-based settings. Fueled by initiatives like the CMS Acute Hospital Care at Home (AHCAH) waiver, organizations like Mass General Brigham are expanding their H@H programs. Research highlights benefits such as reduced length of stay, lower mortality rates, and cost savings. Challenges persist, including reimbursement uncertainties and infrastructure investments. Efforts to extend CMS waivers underscore the model's growing significance in reshaping healthcare delivery, aiming to shift a substantial portion of care services from traditional facilities to the home by 2025.


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