The impact of a caregiver health education program on health care costs

Article Abstract:

A study is conducted to examine whether supporting caregivers of frail elderly through a health education program (HEP) can reduce health care costs incurred by both the caregivers and the care recipients in an HMO setting. It was found that HEP is a cost-effective intervention for caregivers and care recipients receiving medical care from a staff-model HMO.

Influence, Surveys, Caregivers, Health education

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Long-term effects of outpatient geriatric evaluation and management on health care utilization, cost, and survival

Article Abstract:

A study to compare the long-term effectiveness and efficiency of an outpatient geriatric evaluation and management (GEM) program with usual primary care is presented. Outpatient GEM offers a specialized health delivery option for frail older persons that may reduce costs over the long term without having a negative impact on survival rates.

Medical economics, Medical care utilization, Medical care needs assessment, Needs assessment

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Studies of the cost-effectiveness of social work services in aging: A review of the literature

Article Abstract:

A review of the studies of cost-effectiveness of social work services in aging is presented. Social work interventions can have a positive impact on the health care costs, the use of health care services, and the quality of life of the older Americans.

Health Care and Social Assistance, HEALTH SERVICES, Administration of Public Health Programs, Health Care Services, Medical & Health Services, Cost benefit analysis, Medical care (Private)

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