A Study of Alternate Approaches to Utilization Review of Laboratory Services within an Army Medical Center

Abstract

This study was conducted to develop utilization review procedures for ancillary services in graduate medical education programs to meet JCAH and ACGME accreditation standards. The author discusses the need for utilization review as part of the changing environment for the military medical system emphasizing quality, cost-effective care. The author proposes solutions which he believes will lead to meeting JCAH and ACGME standards for utilization review of ancillary services, with no additional staff resources required. Keywords: Medical laboratories; Pharmacies; Radiology; Medical services; Resource management; Hospital administration; Theses.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 06, 1983
Accession Number
ADA196752

Entities

People

  • Thomas E. Leonard

Organizations

  • Academy of Health Sciences

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Blood Coagulation Factors
  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Chemistry
  • Health Services
  • Medical Personnel
  • Patient Care
  • Pharmacies
  • Therapy

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

Readers

  • Medical or Health Care Field.
  • Systems Analysis and Design