Diabetic Foot Exams: A National Study of Social Equity Disparities in Quality Based on Patient, Provider and Practice Characteristics and Policy Implications
Date
2020-10-22Type of Work
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dissertations
Department
University of Baltimore. College of Public AffairsProgram
University of Baltimore. Doctor of Public AdministrationRights
This item may be protected under Title 17 of the U.S. Copyright Law. It is made available by the University of Baltimore for non-commercial research and educational purposes.Abstract
Diabetes related care is estimated to cost approximately $327 billion per year. Given the budget constraints and rising costs in the healthcare industry, it is critical to implement cost containment and prevention measures at all levels. The research in this document explores health services disparities in diabetes care and makes recommendations to improve the quality of services for diabetes foot care.