Optimization of Ambulance Services at McDonald Army Community Hospital
Abstract
A descriptive case study examining the most efficient and effective way to deliver ambulance services to Fort Eustis, VA. The cost of maintaining the current process is cost prohibitive. The alternatives examined maintaining a hospital based service, moving assets to the installation fire department, maximizing the mutual aid agreements with local civilian EMS - services, or contracting with a private ambulance company. - The study included an examination of the external and internal environment. A decision matrix with variables representing access quality, and cost indicated the most efficient was a hospital-based system. However, the study revealed that a combination of strategies would further increase efficiency.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 31, 2005
- Accession Number
- ADA444231
Entities
People
- Philip E. Sheridan