Using structured implicit review to assess quality of care in the Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Article Abstract:

Researchers describe a method for evaluating the care received by people in PACE programs. These programs try to avoid placing elderly people in nursing homes by providing home care and day care services. The method involves determining process and outcome measures for overall care and 14 specific conditions.

Outcome and process assessment (Health Care), Outcome and process assessment (Medical care)

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A randomized clinical trial of outpatient geriatric evaluation and management

Article Abstract:

This article examines the effects of geriatric assessment and management interventions on long-term functional ability and health service utilization among high-risk outpatients. Findings indicate that older patients who received comprehensive health evaluations and care management plans had a reduced risk for functional declines but no significant differences in health service utilization.

Statistical Data Included, Research, Medical care, Medical care utilization, Preventive health services, Preventive medicine, Geriatrics

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Outpatient geriatric evaluation and management

Article Abstract:

An outpatient case management program can be provided for elderly patients at a reasonable cost. A geriatric evaluation and management (GEM) program was provided to 248 community-dwelling elderly patients who were at high-risk of hospitalization. The program included a geriatrician, gerontological nurse practitioner, a nurse and a social worker. Over six months, the program cost an average of $1,540 per patient.

Medical case management, Ambulatory medical care, Ambulatory care

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