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PRHI Readmission Reduction Guide

The guide is based on the learning that emerged from a multi-year pilot project that aimed to reduce chronic disease readmissions. PRHI Strategic Initiatives Consultant Harold D. Miller helped a community hospital and two large primary care physician practices achieve significant reductions in readmissions for patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. The guide, draws on project reports, staff interviews, and presentation material.