Potentially Avoidable Readmissions of Patients Discharged to Post‐Acute Care: Perspectives of Hospital and Skilled Nursing Facility Staff

Abstract

A substantial percentage of hospital readmissions from SNFs are rated as potentially avoidable. The ratings and factors underlying avoidability differ between hospital and SNF staff. These data support the need for joint accountability and collaboration for future readmission reduction efforts between hospitals and their SNF partners.