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Hospitalization outcomes are examined in a threeyear random assignment controlled study of two capitatedIntegrated Service Agencies (ISAs) in California. Studyparticipants were a cross-section of severely mentally ill clients. Using the flexibility ofcapitated funding, the urban ISA reduced inpatientlength of stay and days, but not admissions. Elements ofthe capitated ISA model worked together to produce clinically appropriate and less costly use ofinpatient services. At the rural ISA, admissions werereduced substantially during the first two years of thedemonstration but not costs.
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Chandler, D., Meisel, J., Hu, TW. et al. A Capitated Model for a Cross-Section of Severely Mentally Ill Clients: Hospitalization. Community Ment Health J 34, 13–26 (1998). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1018708111400
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