Five Key Indicators of Poor Patient Outcomes in Healthcare

1. High 30-day readmission rates – Suggests inadequate discharge planning or follow-up.
2. Increased length of stay – May indicate complications or inefficient care management.
3. High mortality rate – Higher than expected, signaling potential care gaps.
4. Low patient satisfaction scores – Reflects unmet needs or communication failures.
5. Increased patient complaints – Indicates systemic problems with care delivery or service.

Monitoring these metrics helps identify areas for quality improvement.