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Using information systems to improve the efficiency and quality of ambulatory care. (Archived Project)
Investigator (PI):	Burstin, Helen; Fairchild, David G; Bates, David W
Performing Organization (PO):	(Current): Brigham and Women's Hospital Partners HealthCare
Supporting Agency (SA):	Aetna, Inc.
Initial Year:	1997
Final Year:	1999
Award Type:	Grant
Abstract:	$301,194 to Brigham and Women's Hospital and Partners HealthCare System to study the use of information systems to improve the efficiency and quality of ambulatory care. Existing research indicates a huge gap between current best practices and actual performance. This study will evaluate the impact of computer order entry on the quality and efficiency of clinical laboratory test and drug use. The study will target areas of underuse (e.g., beta-blockers in patients with coronary disease) as well as overuse of unnecessary tests and drugs.
MeSH Terms:	Adrenergic beta-Antagonists /therapeutic use Ambulatory Care /organization & administration /standards Boston Coronary Disease /drug therapy Efficiency, Organizational * Hospital Information Systems Humans * Quality of Health Care Unnecessary Procedures Utilization Review
Keywords:	research support, non-U.S. Gov't
Country:	United States
State:	Massachusetts
Zip Code:	02115
UI:	97300040
Project Status:	Archived