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Computed Tomography Scan Use Variation: Patient, Hospital, and Geographic Factors

We observed small-area variation in computed tomography scan use for inpatients in New York State, even after controlling for relevant patient and hospital characteristics.

Early Changes in VA Medical Home Components and Utilization

Significant changes were found in patients' utilization of healthcare related to early implementation of medical home components in VA primary care clinics.

Effect of Moderate Weight Loss on Health-Related Quality of Life: An Analysis of Combined Data From 4 Randomized Trials of Sibutramine vs Placebo

Second-line and Third-line Chemotherapy for Lung Cancer: Use and Cost

Using health insurance claims, we identified common first-, second-, and third-line chemotherapy regimens for patients with lung cancer and associated utilization and costs of care.

The Price of Progress: Understanding Innovation and Affordability of Prescription Drugs

Economic incentives and patent protections drive development of innovative medications. Drug prices are determined by consumer demand, not production costs. Therefore, governmental regulation risks future investment in research and development.

Estimated Coronary Heart Disease Attributable to Insulin Resistance in Populations With and Without Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

The Effectiveness of Postgraduate Education on the Clinical Breast Examination Skills of Primary Care Physicians

CHAPTER 3. Guideline for Detection and Management of Diabetes in Pregnancy

From the Adult Diabetes and Clinical Research sections, Joslin Diabetes Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

The Cost of Adherence Mismeasurement in Serious Mental Illness: A Claims-Based Analysis

This study demonstrates that common pharmacy claims-based measures underestimate the effect of actual adherence on inpatient costs among patients with serious mental illness.

The EGF Receptor (EGFR) Continues to Be a Promising Target in NSCLC

Threshold Level or Not for Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol

Organizational Structure for Chronic Heart Failure and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

In a nationwide cross-sectional comparison of organizational structure for chronic disease management, less attention was given to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease than chronic heart failure.

Prospective or Retrospective ACO Attribution Matters for Seriously Ill Patients

This study compared beneficiary characteristics and Medicare per capita expenditures among seriously ill Medicare accountable care organization (ACO) populations defined using prospective and retrospective claims-based attribution methods.

Medicare Advantage Control of Postacute Costs: Perspectives From Stakeholders

This qualitative study examines the methods that Medicare Advantage plans use to control or reduce postacute spending and their associated unintended consequences.

The National Clinics Research Consortium's (NCRC) Use of Administrative Databases for Collaborative Study: The Case of Prostatectomy

Survival and Cost-Effectiveness of Hospice Care for Metastatic Melanoma Patients

Hospice care is associated with improved median survival time for the patients diagnosed with metastatic melanoma, accompanied by decreased end-of-life costs.

Is There a Survival Benefit Within a German Primary Care-Based Disease Management Program?

Patients with type 2 diabetes in a German disease management program had a lower mortality rate after 3 years than those not in the program.

The Challenge of Palliative Care for Adolescents and Young Adults

End-of-life care for adolescents and young adults requires an approach that addresses the unique developmental and spiritual issues seen in that population.

Modeling the Cost-Effectiveness of Oral Therapy for Nail Fungus

Risk Contracting and Operational Capabilities in Large Medical Groups During National Healthcare Reform

Many large, well-integrated medical groups with infrastructure to manage care effectively continue to receive a majority of revenue from fee-for-service and pay physicians based on productivity.

Changes in Hospital Admissions for Urgent Conditions During COVID-19 Pandemic

Admission rates during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic were lower than in 2019 for acute medical conditions, suggesting that patients may be deferring necessary medical care.

Evaluation of the Quality Blue Primary Care Program on Health Outcomes

Implementation of the Quality Blue Primary Care program in Louisiana was associated with a shift in primary care delivery and reductions in overall cost.

A Randomized Trial of Nurse Specialist Home Care for Women with High-Risk Pregnancies: Outcomes and Costs

Patient-Reported Outcomes and Managed Care Decisions: Quality of Life and Related Components

Testing Novel Patient Financial Incentives to Increase Breast Cancer Screening

This study tested 3 financial incentives encouraging breast cancer screening (mammograms) among women deemed overdue. None were effective overall; "person-centered" incentives worked in the most recently screened subgroup.

Amazing Grace: A Free Clinic's Transformation to the Patient-Centered Medical Home Model

Despite many barriers, Grace Medical Home, a free clinic, achieved patient-centered medical home recognition in October 2014 through a focused team-based approach.

Public Attitudes Toward Health Information Exchange: Perceived Benefits and Concerns

Greater consumer participation in determining how HIE occurs could engender greater trust among all demographic groups, regardless of varying levels of privacy and security concerns.

A Randomized, Pragmatic, Pharmacist-Led Intervention Reduced Opioids Following Orthopedic Surgery

This pharmacist-led, patient-directed intervention demonstrated a reduction in opioid dispensings in the 90 days following hip replacement but not knee replacement.

The Costs of Nonsedating Antihistamine Therapy for Allergic Rhinitis in Managed Care: An Update Analysis