LAUSR

Key Points Question Does community health worker care reduce 30-day hospital readmissions in inpatient adults participating in accountable care organization plans? Findings In this randomized clinical trial including 550 adults, intervention patients were significantly less likely to experience 30-day hospital readmissions than control participants. In post hoc subgroup analysis, the effect remained significant for participants discharged to short-term rehabilitation but not for those discharged home. Meaning In this study, community health workercare improved postdischarge outcomes in clinically complex patients insured by accountable care organizations, particularly for those discharged to short-term rehabilitation.