Traditionally, patients are assigned to a hospital in times of public health crises. However, researchers found implementing an incentive-based approach to manage hospital capacity and allow patient choice keeps capacity balanced, patients satisfied and resources efficiently deployed, according to a news release.
Researchers’ proposed incentives to guide patient hospital choice included financial discounts, fast-tracked service, mobile pharmacy services and convenient transportation.
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