Improving medication adherence for low-income patients after hospital discharge
Official title: Pharmacy-led Transitions of Care Intervention to Address System-Level Barriers and Improve Medication Adherence in Socioeconomically Disadvantaged Populations
Funded at University of Tennessee Health Sci Ctr · NIH-11061357 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping people who have a hard time sticking to their medication plans after leaving the hospital, especially those who face challenges like money issues or getting to the pharmacy, by providing support like medication discounts and delivery services to make sure they get their meds on time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Tennessee Health Sci Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Memphis, United States) |
| Project start | July 6, 2023 |
| Project end | January 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $697,762 |
| NIH project number | 5R01MD018174-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11061357 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are socioeconomically disadvantaged individuals with multiple chronic conditions who have recently been discharged from the hospital.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not socioeconomically disadvantaged or those without chronic conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on helping socioeconomically disadvantaged patients who struggle to adhere to their medication regimens after being discharged from the hospital. It addresses barriers such as financial constraints, transportation issues, and lack of care coordination that often prevent these individuals from accessing their prescribed medications. The approach includes innovative interventions like medication subsidies and delivery services to ensure patients receive their medications promptly. By involving certified pharmacy technicians, the project aims to enhance support during the transition from hospital to home, ultimately improving health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce hospital readmissions and improve health outcomes for patients with chronic conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous pilot studies have shown promise in improving medication adherence through similar interventions, indicating a potential for success in this research.
Where this research is happening
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University of Tennessee Health Sci Ctr
Memphis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Surbhi, Satya — University of Tennessee Health Sci Ctr
- Study coordinator: Surbhi, Satya
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.