Although diagnostic imaging services are commonly thought to be the largest contributor to the high cost of inpatient hospital treatment, a recently released study found that medical devices, including artificial joints, might be the biggest contributor, according to a news…
Day: September 19, 2012
Computer model presents overbooking strategies to use when patients are no-show
The no-show rate and cancellation issues at clinics have been under scrutiny by researchers because they present a significant impact on cost and resource allocation. A recent paper published in the International Journal of Engineering Management and Economics presented a…