Publications [#300761] of Donald H. Taylor

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Journal Articles

  1. Sloan, FA; Taylor, DH; Jr, ; Picone, G. "Cost and Outcomes of Stroke and Hip Fracture: Rising Costs but Better Outcomes?." American Journal of Public Health 89.6 (1999): 935-937. [10358692]
    (last updated on 2024/04/24)

    Abstract:
    OBJECTIVES: This study quantified changes in Medicare payments and outcomes for hip fracture and stroke from 1984 to 1994. METHODS: We studied National Long Term Care Survey respondents who were hospitalized for hip fracture (n = 887) or stroke (n = 878) occurring between 1984 and 1994. Changes in Medicare payment and survival were primary outcomes. We also assessed changes in functional and cognitive status. RESULTS: Medicare payments within 6 months increased following hip fracture (103%) or stroke (51%). Survival improved for stroke (P < .001) and to a lesser extent for hip fracture (P = .16). Condition-specific improvements were found in functional and cognitive status. CONCLUSIONS: During the period 1984 to 1994, Medicare payments for hip fracture and stroke rose and there were some improvements in survival and other outcomes.

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