Understanding the Experiences of Rural- and Remote-Living Patients Accessing Sub-Acute Care in Queensland: A Qualitative Descriptive Analysi.

Introduction: The challenges associated with equitable healthcare access are often more pronounced for individuals living in rural and remote locations, compared to those in metropolitan locations. This study examined the health care transitions of rural- and remote-living patients with on-going sub-acute needs, following acute hospital discharge. This was done with the aim of exploring these patients' experiences of client-centeredness and continuity of care, and identifying common challenges faced by rural and remote sub-acute patients accessing and transitioning to and through sub-acute care in a non-metropolitan context.

Use and cost of Medicare Benefits Schedule and Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme services following inpatient rehabilitation for acquired disability in Australia.

Objectives This study explored publicly funded health system and patient expenditure in the post-acute phase following discharge from inpatient acquired brain injury (ABI) or spinal cord injury (SCI) rehabilitation. The secondary aim was to explore sociodemographic and injury characteristics associated with high costs. Methods This was a prospective cohort study.

Where to next? An exploration of patients with disability and complex needs who leave acute care hospitals via an interim discharge pathway.

Objective To examine the characteristics and circumstances of admitted patients with disability who require individualised supports to leave hospital and who experience interim discharge arrangements. Methods The study used a retrospective exploratory design. Medical chart reviews of patients with disability who required funded support to leave hospital were conducted.