KEY BENEFITS
Reduced readmissions
Faster discharge turnaround
Improved patient outcomes
Reduced system strain
WHO WE ACCEPT
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Medically stable individuals
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Patients without safe housing
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Post-surgical recovery (non-medical)
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Individuals needing short-term stabilization
WHO WE DO NOT ACCEPT
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Patients requiring medical care
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Patients needing clinical supervision
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High-acuity individuals
REFERRAL PROCESS
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STEP 1
Submit referral
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STEP 2
Rapid review
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STEP 3
Placement coordination
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STEP 4
Stabilization intake
Structured Intake Review
All referrals are reviewed through a structured intake process that considers:
• medical stability
• support needs
• overall appropriateness for non-medical placement
NPLB utilizes clinical advisory input when necessary to ensure safe and appropriate placement alignment.
COST SAVINGS & SYSTEM IMPACT
Reducing Discharge Delays and System Costs
Hospitals often experience financial and operational strain when patients remain admitted due to lack of appropriate discharge placement.
NPLB provides a structured, non-medical recovery solution that supports timely discharge while improving overall system efficiency.
​Cost Comparison
When patients remain in a hospital setting without medical necessity, costs continue to accumulate at a significantly higher daily rate.
• Average Hospital Cost (per day): $1,500 – $3,000+
• NPLB Placement (per day): ~$150 – $250
Example Scenario
If a patient remains in the hospital for an additional 5 days due to lack of placement:
• Hospital Cost: $7,500 – $15,000
• NPLB Placement Cost: $750 – $1,250
Estimated Cost Avoidance: $6,000 – $13,000 per patient
Estimates based on general healthcare cost ranges. Actual costs may vary by system and case.
SYSTEM-LEVEL BENEFITS
By aligning with NPLB, healthcare systems can:
• Reduce discharge delays
• Improve bed availability and patient flow
• Support safer recovery transitions
• Help reduce the risk of preventable readmissions through stable post-discharge support
Healthcare Alignment
NPLB is designed to align with hospital discharge planning processes by providing a structured and reliable placement option for patients who no longer require inpatient care but are not yet ready for independent living.
Positioning
NPLB is not positioned as an added expense, but as a cost-efficient extension of the discharge process, supporting both patient outcomes and healthcare system performance.
