What is the Integrated Wellness Model of Care in Cumbria?

It's an NHS initiative partnering hospitals with social and community services to prevent readmissions for high-risk patients.

How much did the NHS trust reduce hospital readmissions?

The trust saw readmission rates drop from 75% in 2023 to 11% for flagged patients since the scheme began in 2025.

Which patients benefit from the NHS care model?

Patients in Barrow and Dalton with long-term conditions like heart failure and diabetes are targeted by the program.

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NHS Trust Slashes Hospital Readmissions

12 Dec

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Summary

New care model targets high-risk patients for readmission prevention.
Scheme significantly reduced hospital returns for patients with chronic conditions.
Readmission rates dropped from 75% to 11% since the initiative began.

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust has announced a substantial reduction in hospital readmissions following the implementation of the Integrated Wellness Model of Care. This initiative, launched in 2025, focuses on identifying and supporting patients with chronic conditions such as heart failure and diabetes who are at a higher risk of returning to hospital shortly after discharge.

The model fosters close collaboration between hospital services, social care, and community health teams. By working together, these services can proactively implement measures to prevent unnecessary readmissions. This integrated approach has proven highly effective in managing patient recovery outside the hospital setting.

Data from the trust reveals a dramatic success: out of 151 patients flagged as high-risk since the program's inception, only 11% were readmitted within eight weeks. This marks a significant improvement from the previous rate of 75% recorded in 2023, demonstrating the initiative's positive impact on patient outcomes and healthcare efficiency.