Can a Pharmacist's call after discharge slash readmissions?
NCT ID NCT04071951
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 35 times
Summary
This study tests whether having a pharmacist review medications and counsel patients before and after hospital discharge can reduce return trips to the hospital or ER within 30 days. Over 6,400 older adults (55+) taking many medications or high-risk drugs are taking part. The pharmacist helps with medication lists, adherence, and simplifying complex drug regimens.
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Locations
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Los Angeles, California, 90048, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
Pharmacist-led medication management and counseling
What this could lead to
If it works, this could reduce hospital readmissions and emergency visits for older adults taking many medications.
What could go wrong
This is a behavioral intervention, not a drug, so results may vary by hospital and patient adherence. The study is pragmatic, meaning real-world factors could dilute the effect.
Conditions
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