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Key Points Question How often are cost considerations documented in narrative clinical notes, and do those considerations influence treatment decisions? Findings In an in silico cohort study of narrative clinical… Click to show full abstract
Key Points Question How often are cost considerations documented in narrative clinical notes, and do those considerations influence treatment decisions? Findings In an in silico cohort study of narrative clinical notes from 46 146 index admissions to the intensive care unit at a large academic medical center, 4% had at least 1 note reflecting financial considerations during the intensive care unit stay. Meaning Even in the intensive care unit setting, financial considerations are addressed and may be associated with adjustments to treatment decisions.
Journal Title: JAMA Network Open
Year Published: 2018
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