Managerial Epidemiology for Health Care Organizations

The real-world primer to managerial epidemiology and population health--updated and expanded Managerial Epidemiology for Health Care Organizations has been a cornerstone resource for students and practitioners of health care management who need an authoritative introduction to epidemiology principles, how epidemiology is practiced today, and the most up-to-date applications of epidemiology in planning, evaluating, and managing health care for populations. This fully revised Third Edition features brand-new coverage on reimbursement approaches and managing infection outbreaks, as well as updated case studies. Most importantly, it provides dependable information on everything you need to know about Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and the incorporation of ICD-10. From such practical basics as how to strategically organize your provider network to preparing for large-scale emergency responses to bioterrorism threats, this step-by-step guidebook enables you to: Enhance any health care facility by optimizing the bond between clinical medicine and managing health care facilities Apply a powerful collection of best practices in epidemiology to every function of your operations management Streamline and continuously improve clinical performance, integration of health care services, organizational quality and efficiency, and much more For everyone looking for a comprehensive primer to managerial epidemiology, Managerial Epidemiology for Health Care Organizations, Third Edition covers all the essential theories, methods, and applications through illuminating examples, concepts, and case studies. Did You Know? This book is available as a Wiley eBook. The Wiley eBook is a complete digital version of the text that makes time spent studying more efficient. Course materials can be accessed on a desktop, laptop, or mobile device--so that learning can take place anytime, anywhere. A more affordable alternative to traditional print, the Wiley eBook creates a flexible user experience: Access on-the-go Highlight and take notes Search across content Save money! The Wiley eBook can be purchased in the following ways: Check with your bookstore for available e-textbook options Directly from: www.wiley.com von Fos, Peter J;Fine, David J;Zúniga, Miguel A;