Confronting a National Dilemma: Overcrowding, Delays and Diversion in the Emergency Department - Analyzing the Issues and Identifying Solutions

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Healthcare Services
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Emergency Department,
Patient
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GE Medical Systems

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Overview: There are a number of critical drivers affecting todayĆs emergency department including a faltering economy, an aging population and the closure or consolidation of existing facilities. The average emergency department is now experiencing double-digit growth in patient visits, higher acuity in patient status and insufficient resources in labor and financial reimbursement. This document investigates and explores the issues faced by the emergency department and recognizes solutions for these challenges.

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Format: PDF | Size: 5,437KB | Date: Sep 2003 | Pages: 24

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