Fact Based List:

Suzy duMont-Perez: 5 Ways to Reduce Hospital Readmission Rates Among Minorities

  1. Make sure patients have access to professional medical interpretation services throughout their hospital stay
  2. Provide Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Educational Materials
  3. Involve Family Members or Caregivers
  4. Simplify Complex Medical Terminology
  5. Be Culturally Sensitive and Facilitate Trust

Source: LanguageLine Solutions blog
Source URL: http://blog.languageline.com/hospital-readmission-rates