Hip Fracture ICP – Going Beyond Acute Care to Community Care Through Telephonic Follow-Up
Care Continuum
National University Health System Quality Improvement
National University Health System
31 December 2023
Provide follow-up care for hip fracture patients post-discharge via telephonic follow-up, ensuring ongoing patient. Telephonic follow-up significantly improved patient satisfaction, reduced hospital readmissions, and enhanced patient engagement in.
Year Submitted: 2023
Published Date: 31 December 2023
Tags: Care Continuum, Intermediate and Long Term Care ＆ Community Care, Right-Siting
About this Content
Aims
Provide follow-up care for hip fracture patients post-discharge via telephonic follow-up, ensuring ongoing patient monitoring and treatment adherence.
Background
Hip fractures are common in older populations, and the post-discharge follow-up is essential to manage functional recovery and prevent further fractures.
Methods
Implemented telephonic follow-up at 6 and 12 months post-surgery to assess patient condition, functional status, rehabilitation progress, and adherence to osteoporosis treatment.
Results
Achieved improved functional outcomes (e.g., 90% improvement in Activities of Daily Living, MBI score ≥10 points), with better adherence to osteoporosis treatment and fewer re-admissions.
Conclusion
Telephonic follow-up significantly improved patient satisfaction, reduced hospital readmissions, and enhanced patient engagement in managing their condition.
Lessons Learnt
Extending care beyond acute care to community-based care improves patient outcomes and enhances the understanding of long-term risks.
Keywords
Hip Fracture, Community Care, Telephonic Follow-up, Osteoporosis Treatment, Patient Monitoring
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National University Health System |
Organization(s) Involved | Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, Jurong Community Hospital |
Platform(s) | National University Health System Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Healthcare Administration, Nursing |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Orthopaedics |
Project Lead(s) | Fareed Kagda |
Project Member(s) | Kelvin Koh |
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