A Cross-Sectional Study Conducted in the USA Examining Associations Between Religious Engagement and Inpatient Hospital Experience and 30-Day Readmission.

Associations between the Duke University Religion Index (DUREL) and patients' perceptions of care, requesting to see a chaplain, and 30-day readmissions were examined in this cross-sectional study. Participants were recruited from an inpatient setting in Memphis, TN and asked the DUREL, three patient experience questions, and if they would like to see a chaplain. The electronic medical record was monitored for readmissions within 30 days of discharge.