Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8808129 | Academic Pediatrics | 2018 | 32 Pages |
Abstract
Direct admission rates were associated with several hospital and community characteristics, but the majority of variation in hospitals' direct admission rates was not explained by these factors. These findings suggest opportunities for diverse hospital types to develop the infrastructure and communication systems necessary to support pediatric direct admissions.
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Authors
JoAnna K. MD, MPH, MSc, Meng-Shiou PhD, Tara MD, MPH, Penelope S. PhD, Peter K. MD, MSc,