Social Determinants of Health: Unique Considerations in Transitions of Care

Social determinants of health (SDOH) influence transition of care (TOC). The complex interactions of SDOH-such as those between education and economics-make research and interventions in this area challenging. However, evidence suggests that SDOH can help identify those at risk of poor TOC outcomes. High-risk groups include people with public or no insurance, those with low income or limited social support, and those who live in disadvantaged neighborhoods. Interventions such as improved health care access and enhanced social support may offer meaningful impact.