Evaluating the Effects of a Medication Adherence Packaging Program on Outcomes in Older People.

To determine the impact of an adherence packaging and medication synchronization program on hospital visits for older people living independently in the community. A retrospective pre-post study that evaluated patient outcomes over a 24-month period was conducted. Patient-specific socio-demographic, medical, and hospital visit-related data were collected for 12 months before and after patient enrollment in the adherence packaging program.