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Outcome measurement to outcome management: The critical step

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While clinical outcome research data are now being collected and published, little has been written about their use in outcome management. This paper reviews a conceptual framework of evaluating the quality of health care and presents a model for developing a basic algorithm. A cost effectiveness value can be determined and utilized to manage the clinical outcomes of mental health care. This can facilitate outcomes-driven network development, shaping provider practice patterns, and more cost effective treatment.

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  1. Integra, Inc., In Radnor, PA

    Paul R. McCarthy Ph.D. (Director of Networks and Quality Assurance)

  2. Towers Perrin in Stamford, CT

    Suzanne Gelber Ph.D. (Consultant)

  3. Intracorp in Berwyn, 671 St. Matthew's Rd., 19425, Chester Springs, PA

    Dorothy E. Dugger M.D. (Chief Medical Officer)

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McCarthy, P.R., Gelber, S. & Dugger, D.E. Outcome measurement to outcome management: The critical step. Adm Policy Ment Health 21, 59–68 (1993). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00706415

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