Milliman & Robertson offers new data source
Milliman & Robertson offers new data source
Milliman & Robertson Inc., the Seattle- based consulting group, recently released Healthcare Management Guidelines, Vol. 1, with results of its 1997 research. The volume focuses on optimal treatment approaches for pre-op and acute care for the uncomplicated patient.
Case management guidelines for recovery facility and home care are provided for most diagnoses, to coordinate care delivery beyond the acute stage.
The volume offers optimal recovery guidelines (ORGs) for surgical, medical, pediatric, mental health, and psychoactive substance abuse with:
· a total of 44 new ORGs;
· updated goal lengths of stay;
· updated CPT and ICD-9 codes;
· updated case management information for all surgical, medical and pediatric ORGs;
· new intensive care unit guidelines, including surgical ICU and medical and coronary care;
· updated inpatient care utilization models.
[To order a copy of the book, visit the Milliman & Robertson Web site at www.best4health.org or call (888) 464-4746.] n
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