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How Much Does Medicare Pay Hospitals for Adverse Events? Building the Business Case for Investing in Patient Safety Improvement

Presentation which presents a business case for Medicare and Hospitals to reduce adverse events.

Author(s)

Zhan C, Friedman B, Mosso A, Pronovost P

Publication Year

2005

Keyword

Adverse Events, Patient Safety, Health Care Costs