J Med Internet Res. 2026 May 7;28:e98435. doi: 10.2196/98435.
ABSTRACT
This commentary argues that for low-intensity postdischarge interventions, emergency department use may be a more sensitive and appropriate indicator of transitional care quality than readmission. It also positions nurse-led telephone follow-up as interpretive, equity-sensitive transitional care work that helps patients make discharge plans actionable in the home context while highlighting the value of accessible, scalable digital modalities such as telephone outreach.
PMID:42096670 | DOI:10.2196/98435
