Browsing by Subject "Fee-for-Service Plans"

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Comorbidity, age, race and stage at diagnosis in colorectal cancer: a retrospective, parallel analysis of two health systems.

Zafar, S Yousuf; Abernethy, Amy P; Abbott, David H; Grambow, Steven C; Marcello, Jennifer E; Herndon, James E; Rowe, Krista L; ... (11 authors) (BMC Cancer, 2008-11-25)

BACKGROUND: Stage at diagnosis plays a significant role in colorectal cancer (CRC) survival. Understanding which factors contribute to a more advanced stage at diagnosis is vital to improving overall survival. Comorbidity, ...
Does Medicaid pay more to a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly (PACE) than for fee-for-service long-term care?

Wieland, Darryl; Kinosian, Bruce; Stallard, Eric; Boland, Rebecca (J Gerontol A Biol Sci Med Sci, 2013-01)

BACKGROUND: In rebalancing from nursing homes (NHs), states are increasing access of NH-certified dually eligible (Medicare/Medicaid) patients to community waiver programs and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly ...