Hospital Readmission Reduction Program

The Hospital Readmission Reduction Program (HRRP) is a U.S. healthcare initiative aimed at improving patient care and reducing unnecessary hospital readmissions. It encourages hospitals to provide better treatment and follow-up after discharge to prevent patients from returning within a short period, usually 30 days, for the same issue. Hospitals with high readmission rates face financial penalties. This program focuses on conditions like heart failure and pneumonia, promoting better care coordination and patient education to enhance recovery and minimize hospital visits, ultimately improving patient health and lowering healthcare costs.