About the H2H National Quality Improvement Initiative

The H2H national quality improvement initiative is an effort to reduce cardiovascular-related hospital readmissions and improve the transition from inpatient to outpatient status for individuals hospitalized with cardiovascular disease.  H2H aims to create a rapid learning community where people can share their knowledge and best practices. 

Goal: To reduce all-cause readmission rates among patients discharged with heart failure or acute myocardial infarction by 20%.

Areas for Improvement: Rather than imposing and advocating specific strategies, the H2H project provides a central clearinghouse of information and tools, building on what others are doing and have done to improve care transitions and reduce readmissions.  H2H focuses on 3 evidence-based areas for improvement:

1.      Early Follow-Up

Does the patient have a follow-up visit scheduled or cardiac rehabilitation referral within 1 week of hospital discharge?

2.      Post-discharge Medication Management

Are the caregiver and patient teams working together to ensure optimal medication management?

3.      Signs and Symptoms

Is the patient self-activated to recognize and appropriately act on warnings signs and symptoms?

To view the H2H brochure, click here.

To view the H2H FAQ, click here.