Project InCRedible : Increase Enrolment in Cardiac Re habilitation Package in Eligible Post Acute Coronary Syndrome Patients
Care Process & Redesign
National Healthcare Group Quality Improvement
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2022
To increase enrolment in cardiac rehabilitation (CR) packages for post-Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) patients from 7.8% to. Workflow redesign increased enrolment, improving recovery and reducing readmissions.
Year Submitted: 2022
Published Date: 31 December 2022
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Access To Care, Readmission Rate, Productivity, Cost Saving, Risk Management, Adverse Outcome Reduction, Preventive Approach
About this Content
Aims
To increase enrolment in cardiac rehabilitation (CR) packages for post-Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) patients from 7.8% to 50% in 6 months.
Background
ACS patients faced low enrolment in CR due to inflexible class schedules and awareness gaps.
Methods
Direct referrals, workflow redesign
Results
CR enrolment increased to 13%, leading to reduced hospital readmissions and improved patient outcomes.
Conclusion
Workflow redesign increased enrolment, improving recovery and reducing readmissions.
Lessons Learnt
Importance of flexible and patient-centric program offerings to address barriers.
Additional Information
NHG Quality Day 2022 Merit Award for Innovation in Healthcare
Keywords
Cardiac Rehabilitation, ACS, Preventive Care
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National Healthcare Group |
Organization(s) Involved | Tan Tock Seng Hospital |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Group Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health, Nursing, Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Cardiology, Rehabilitation Therapy |
Project Lead(s) | Violet Hoon Hui Qing |
Project Member(s) | Yvonne Chow Mei Wan |
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Dr Violet Hoon Hui Qing - violet_hq_hoon@ttsh.com.sg