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  • Title: Significant variation exists in home care services following total joint arthroplasty.
    Author: Mahomed NN, Lau JT, Lin MK, Zdero R, Davey JR.
    Journal: J Rheumatol; 2004 May; 31(5):973-5. PubMed ID: 15124259.
    Abstract:
    OBJECTIVE: To determine a preliminary profile of the variation in rehabilitation and home care services for patients with total joint arthroplasty (TJA) in Ontario in 2001. METHODS: A cross-sectional survey was conducted of directors at the 43 regional community care access centers (CCAC). RESULTS: One-third (36%) of CCAC had existing care pathways, 54% had defined discharge criteria, and 32% had predetermined the length of home care services. The intensity and frequency of services provided were variable. CONCLUSION: There is a need to standardize rehabilitation protocols to maintain quality of care and contain costs.
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