Increasing value for money in the Canadian healthcare system: new findings and the case for integrated care for seniors

Healthc Q. 2009;12(1):38-47, 2. doi: 10.12927/hcq.2009.20414.

Abstract

Given the recent economic climate and increasing costs in the Canadian healthcare system, we must ensure that we are getting the best value for money possible. This article presents new findings and a broad weight of evidence to make the case that it is possible to obtain better value for money in our healthcare system by adopting models of integrated care delivery for seniors and others with ongoing care needs.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Canada
  • Delivery of Health Care
  • Delivery of Health Care, Integrated* / economics
  • Geriatric Nursing / economics*
  • Home Care Services / economics
  • Home Care Services / statistics & numerical data
  • Humans
  • National Health Programs
  • Nursing Homes / economics
  • Nursing Homes / statistics & numerical data