Hartford Business Journal · 9 Sep, 13:38 · Healthcare briefing

Hartford HealthCare, Backus Hospital launch state’s first Mobile Integrated Health program

Hartford HealthCare and Backus Hospital have inaugurated Connecticut’s inaugural Mobile Integrated Health programme.

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Hartford HealthCare and Backus Hospital have inaugurated Connecticut’s inaugural Mobile Integrated Health programme. This initiative deploys paramedics directly into patients’ homes, offering clinical assessments and care coordination outside traditional hospital settings. The model aims to reduce unnecessary emergency department visits while addressing the complex needs of vulnerable populations. By shifting care delivery from reactive hospitalisation to proactive community-based support, the partnership seeks to improve health outcomes and optimise resource allocation. This pilot represents a significant structural shift in regional healthcare delivery, emphasising preventive care and seamless integration between emergency medical services and primary care providers.

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