Ascension targets a 5% reduction in avoidable ER visits through community partnerships

Ascension is progressing towards its goal of reducing avoidable emergency department visits by 5% within its care network. This initiative stems from analyzing data gathered from over four million social determinants of health screenings. Ascension aims to pinpoint the factors that deter patients from obtaining timely care in suitable settings.

To address these challenges, Ascension is forming strategic partnerships with community organizations. These collaborations are designed to help patients overcome obstacles to primary care access by providing essential resources such as medication, food, transportation, and housing.

For further details on Ascension's efforts to decrease emergency department visits and ensure patients receive appropriate care at the right time, more information is available through their official channels.