Will integration help systems deal with health care reform effectively?
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to discuss the impact of demographic pressures on health and social care services and provide readers with a simple way of assessing their impact on local organisations.
Design/methodology/approach
The major forces affecting health systems are identified and the likely impact discussed.
Findings
It is likely that between 4 and 8 per cent of existing budgets need to be released to deal effectively with increasing demand over the next decade. Systems that work in an integrated way are more likely to achieve this.
Practical implications
By developing a quick numerical model, it is possible to assess the viability and effectiveness of proposed strategies.
Originality/value
The paper provides a quick way to think about the major forces affecting strategy enabling the reader to contribute to the identification of possible solutions.
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Citation
Karakusevic, S. (2011), "Will integration help systems deal with health care reform effectively?", Journal of Integrated Care, Vol. 19 No. 5, pp. 41-46. https://doi.org/10.1108/14769011111176743
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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