Early Intervention for Post-Discharge Patients with Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI)
Care Process & Redesign
Ministry of Health Quality Improvement
SingHealth
31 December 2023
To improve 30-day readmission rates for AMI patients from 17.1% to 12.0% and enhance CRP enrolment. Early intervention is effective in reducing unplanned readmissions and enhancing recovery for AMI patients.
Year Submitted: 2023
Published Date: 31 December 2023
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Value Based Care, Utilisation
About this Content
Aims
To improve 30-day readmission rates for AMI patients from 17.1% to 12.0% and enhance CRP enrolment.
Background
Long lead times for SOC reviews increased unplanned readmissions for AMI patients.
Methods
Introduced early reviews within 14 days post-discharge; encouraged CRP enrolment and self-management education.
Results
Reduced 30-day A&E returns to 11.9% and readmissions to 10.2%; CRP enrolment increased by 5%.
Conclusion
Early intervention is effective in reducing unplanned readmissions and enhancing recovery for AMI patients.
Lessons Learnt
Addressing lead times and patient engagement improves outcomes significantly.
Additional Information
MOH National Quality Improvement Conference 2023 – Outstanding Poster Award.
Keywords
Acute Myocardial Infarction, Post-Discharge, Early Intervention
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | SingHealth |
Organization(s) Involved | Changi General Hospital |
Platform(s) | Ministry of Health Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Cardiology |
Project Lead(s) | Teo Yi Liang |
Project Member(s) | Yow Pei Jing Clara |
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Teo Yi Liang - yi_liang_teo@cgh.com.sg