Acknowledge Problem, Then Fix It
ResearchPosted on rand.org 2005Published in: Seattle Post-Intelligencer (Commentary), Sep. 30, 2005, p. 1-2
ResearchPosted on rand.org 2005Published in: Seattle Post-Intelligencer (Commentary), Sep. 30, 2005, p. 1-2
Commentary on problems related to the costs and delivery of health care services and the three main problems with quality: underuse, overuse, and misuse/error. The author stresses the importance of acknowledging when a problem exists and making sure they are addressed, and not assuming quality and cost of care are adequate already.
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