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Optimize length of stay to improve care and patient flow

See how a health system reduced excess inpatient days and improved flow with earlier intervention and aligned care teams.

How Optum Advisory helped sustainably improve LOS across a multi-hospital health system

A small percentage of patients often account for a disproportionate share of excess inpatient days — straining capacity, increasing costs and impacting outcomes.

In this case study, learn how a multi-hospital health system partnered with Optum Advisory to shift from reactive LOS management to a proactive, data-driven approach. 

By identifying high-risk patients earlier, aligning interdisciplinary teams and embedding LOS insights into daily workflows, the organization improved discharge planning and operational efficiency.

Download the case study to see how earlier intervention drives measurable LOS improvement.

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