How are 'Hospital at Home' services defined, structured, and delivered nationally within the NHS?
Abstract
Hospital at Home services within the NHS provide hospital-level care in a patient's home, focusing on admission avoidance and early discharge. They show potential benefits in patient satisfaction and resource management, although challenges such as coordination and digital infrastructure remain.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Health Services Management and Policy
Telemedicine and Telehealth Implementation
Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 6 March 2026
- Language
- EN