Hospital Readmission Reduction Program (HRRP)

The Hospital Readmission Reduction Program (HRRP) is a U.S. initiative aimed at improving healthcare quality by reducing unnecessary hospital readmissions. It targets specific conditions, such as heart failure and pneumonia, and penalizes hospitals that have higher-than-expected readmission rates within 30 days of discharge. The goal is to encourage hospitals to provide better care during and after a patient’s hospital stay, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs. By focusing on prevention and follow-up care, the HRRP seeks to make healthcare more efficient and effective for patients.