St. Francis of Bellingham Receives Qualis Health Recognition
St. Francis of Bellingham, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Bellingham Washington, recently received recognition for their participation in the Care Transitions Project of Whatcom County.
Stepping Stones: Bridging Healthcare Gaps (The Care Transitions Project of Whatcom County) aimed to engage the community and activate patients and healthcare providers to eliminate unnecessary readmissions to PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center.
Studies across the country have demonstrated that there are potential gaps in communication and coordination when patients move from one setting or aspect of care to another resulting in patient risk and increased costs. The aim of this project was to bridge those gaps and enable safer and more effective transitions.
