Journal article
Examining Differences in Hospitalization Among Adults With and Without Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
American journal on intellectual and developmental disabilities, pp 1-14
26 May 2026
Abstract
<p>The primary aim of this study was to compare the common reasons for hospitalization among adults with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in the United States. We examined hospitalizations for adults with and without IDD using the 2017 to 2019 National Inpatient Sample. Adults with IDD were matched to a sample without IDD, stratified by age (18-49 vs. >= 50), and compared for reasons for hospital admission and outcome differences. Adults with IDD, especially those 18 to 49, were frequently hospitalized for schizophrenia, while septicemia was the primary cause for those >= 50. Epilepsy was common among individuals with IDD and associated with higher healthcare costs and utilization. Those with IDD had more chronic conditions, longer stays, and higher postdischarge care needs. Enhancing community-based services and training a healthcare workforce focused on the specific needs of individuals with IDD can help reduce these disparities.</p>
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- Title
- Examining Differences in Hospitalization Among Adults With and Without Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
- Creators
- Martha C. Coates (Corresponding Author) - Drexel UniversityJennifer Bromberg - Drexel UniversityJessica E. Rast - Denver Health Medical CenterZach R. Hathaway - Drexel UniversityAmy Glasofer - Virtua HealthJustine S. Sefcik - Drexel UniversityKathleen Fisher - Drexel UniversityRose Ann DiMaria-Ghalili - Drexel University
- Publication Details
- American journal on intellectual and developmental disabilities, pp 1-14
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis
- Number of pages
- 14
- Grant note
- Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA): UT2MC39440 HRSA
This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under award UT2MC39440, the Autism Intervention Research Network on Physical Health. The information, content, and/or conclusions are those of the authors and should not be construed as the official position of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Language
- English
- Academic Unit
- Doctoral Nursing; [Retired Faculty]; A.J. Drexel Autism Institute; College of Nursing and Health Professions
- Web of Science ID
- WOS:001777695500001
- Other Identifier
- 991022182850304721