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Implementation of Proactive Psychiatric Consultation With Cardiology Inpatients

Melissa Otte1, Laura Suarez Pardo2, Daniel Kinstler3

  • 1Melissa Otte is Clinical Resource Nurse, Adult Acute Psychiatry and Consultation-Liaison Nursing, and Instructor of Nursing, Mayo Clinic, 1216 2nd St SW, Rochester, MN 55902 (otte.melissa@mayo.edu).

AACN Advanced Critical Care
|February 27, 2026
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Implementing proactive psychiatric care for cardiac patients reduced 30-day readmissions by 21% and boosted staff satisfaction. This integrated approach improved outcomes for patients with cardiovascular disease and mental health conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Psychiatry
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • Cardiovascular disease (CVD) frequently co-occurs with mental health conditions like major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder.
  • Patients with comorbid CVD and psychiatric illnesses often face increased physical limitations and poorer health outcomes.
  • Addressing mental health is crucial for comprehensive CVD patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of proactive psychiatric interventions on patient outcomes and staff satisfaction in cardiac units.
  • Key patient outcomes assessed include length of stay and 30-day readmission rates.
  • The study aimed to determine if enhanced psychiatric support improves the care experience for hospitalized cardiac patients.

Main Methods:

  • A proactive psychiatric consultation-liaison service was implemented on inpatient cardiac units.
  • This service involved systematic screening for psychiatric needs among cardiac patients.
  • It provided targeted support for cardiovascular staff and direct supportive interactions for patients.

Main Results:

  • A 21% reduction in the 30-day readmission rate was observed for patients with psychiatric comorbidities on cardiac units.
  • Hospital length of stay for these patients was not adversely affected.
  • Cardiovascular staff reported significantly increased satisfaction with psychiatric services and resources.

Conclusions:

  • A multidisciplinary, proactive psychiatric consultation-liaison service positively impacts cardiac units.
  • The service is associated with improved patient outcomes, specifically reduced readmission rates.
  • Enhanced psychiatric support significantly increases staff satisfaction within cardiovascular care settings.
Abstract

Keywords:
cardiovascular diseasescomorbiditypsychiatric disordersquality improvementreferral and consultation

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