The Determinants of Against Medical Advice Hospital Discharges

AMA discharges present a significant challenge for hospitals and compromise patient care. This study identified several key risk factors predictive of AMA. Knowledge of the determinants of AMA would allow for early identification of at-risk patients and for potential early interventions to prevent AMA discharges.

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Cureus
Published
2025-11-24
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.97691
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Healthcare Decision-Making and Restraints
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The Determinants of Against Medical Advice Hospital Discharges

Aaron Shaykevich, Jamie L. Romeiser, Ivayla Geneva, Aditya Kaliath
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Healthcare Decision-Making and Restraints
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The Determinants of Against Medical Advice Hospital Discharges

Aaron Shaykevich, Jamie L. Romeiser, Ivayla Geneva, Aditya Kaliath
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Abstract

AMA discharges present a significant challenge for hospitals and compromise patient care. This study identified several key risk factors predictive of AMA. Knowledge of the determinants of AMA would allow for early identification of at-risk patients and for potential early interventions to prevent AMA discharges.

CureusVol. 17(11)
SUNY Upstate Medical University (US), Crouse Hospital (US)
Openalex Percentile: Top 52%
Healthcare Decision-Making and Restraints
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