Home healthcare can address access challenges for community hospitals, but leaders should understand the services available and best practices for implementation.

An innovative concept that started in urban centers is making its way into the heart of rural America: hospital-at-home care. The idea stemmed from the realization that patients in rural areas often face significant barriers to accessing treatment. Hospital at home bridges the access gap by offering high-quality care at the patient’s home or at a senior care location. Not entirely new, the concept has gained traction due to advancements in telemedicine and mobile health technologies.

Read the full article by Brian Doerr, CHC SVP of IT and security and privacy officer, in HealthTech Magazine, July 24, 2024.