The Readmission Crisis
Nearly 20% of Medicare patients are readmitted within 30 days of discharge—costing hospitals $26 billion annually in penalties. One major culprit? Inadequate post-discharge transportation.3 Hidden Costs of Poor Discharge Transport
- Financial Penalties: CMS reduces payments for hospitals with excess readmissions.
- Patient Dissatisfaction: Poor experiences harm HCAHPS scores and reputation.
- Staff Overload: Case managers spend hours coordinating last-minute rides.
How Swift Ride Streamlines Discharge Planning
A. 24/7 Guaranteed Rides:- Book discharges as late as 11 PM with 2-hour pickup assurance.
- Integrate with EHR systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner) for instant ride requests.
- Provide planners with real-time driver updates via SMS or email.
- Help patients understand coverage (Medicaid, Medicare, or private pay).
“Brigham and Women’s Hospital reduced readmissions by 15% after partnering with Swift Ride. Patients now attend 95% of follow-up visits.”
Action Steps for Hospitals
- Audit Current Transport Partners: Are they reliable after hours?
- Pilot a Dedicated Service: Test Swift Ride with 50 high-risk patients.
- Train Staff: Educate discharge planners on booking protocols.
“Download our free Discharge Planning Checklist to avoid readmission penalties. Includes a template for coordinating rides, meds, and follow-ups.”
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