Patient Readmission
Hospital readmission, the re-hospitalization of patients shortly after discharge, is a significant concern impacting patient outcomes and healthcare costs. Current research focuses on developing predictive models using diverse data sources (electronic health records, medical images, clinical notes, insurance claims) and advanced machine learning techniques, including deep learning architectures like LSTMs, graph transformers, and multilayer perceptrons, to identify at-risk patients. These models aim to improve prediction accuracy and interpretability, enabling timely interventions to reduce readmission rates and optimize resource allocation. The ultimate goal is to improve patient care and reduce the substantial financial burden associated with unnecessary hospital readmissions.