Improving the management of waiting lists for long term care

Healthc Manage Forum. 2010 Summer;23(2):58-62. doi: 10.1016/j.hcmf.2010.04.002.

Abstract

Initially prepared for the South East Local Health Integration Network in Ontario, this literature review focuses on interventions to improve the management of waiting lists for admission to long-term care facilities. The review identified studies relating to four types of interventions: (1) different models for prioritizing patients, (2) ways to improve the accuracy of waiting lists, (3) the use of alternative care settings, and (4) altering the level of home care.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Health Priorities
  • Humans
  • Long-Term Care / organization & administration*
  • Waiting Lists*