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UC San Diego study finds virtual clinic reduces unnecessary hospital readmissions
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UC San Diego Health launched a virtual transition of care clinic in 2021 to prevent complications and unnecessary readmissions.
“The real benefit for me relates to geography,” said Bob Lagomarsino, a patient from Sacramento who traveled to San Diego for a specialized procedure.
UC San Diego Health launched the program during the COVID-19 pandemic to overcome barriers to in-person visits like access, transportation and mobility.
“I've seen patients in homeless shelters, I've seen patients in drug rehab centers, sometimes they go home to a family member's house.
High risk patients are identified using a scoring system that factors in age, existing conditions, and prior hospital visits.