Dying is a Living Process: A Study of the Cost-Effectiveness of Initiating a Hospice at Madigan Army Medical Center with Implications for Army-Wide Utilization

Abstract

This study examined the cost effectiveness of initiating an inpatient hospice program in an Army treatment facility, Madigan Army Medical Center. The data examined were derived retrospectively from established hospices. This study concluded that establishment of a hospice in a military facility would probably be cost effective. Due to the restrictions against hospices in the military facilities the author proposes and alternative system. The proposed 'Continuing Care Unit' offers the advantages of the hospice while not using the facilities of the hospital. Keywords: Military medicine; Medical services; Health care facilities; Health care; Hospice initiation; Theses.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1982
Accession Number
ADA203016

Entities

People

  • Lynne Lashleenger

Organizations

  • Academy of Health Sciences

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Health Services
  • Hospitals
  • Medical Personnel
  • Military Medicine
  • Patient Care
  • Therapy

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

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