Evaluation and treatment of respiratory infections: does managed care make a difference?

Authors :: Hueston, William J.
Mainous, Arch G., III
Brauer, Nicole
Mercuri, Joseph
Source :: Journal of Family Practice. June, 1997, Vol. v44 Issue n6, p572, 6 p.
Publication Year :: 1997
Abstract: BACKGROUND. Primary care physicians frequently use antibiotics for nonindicated conditions and conditions for which antibiotics have not been shown to be effective. The intention of this study was to determine [...]

Subjects :: Respiratory tract diseases -- Care and treatment
Bronchitis -- Care and treatment
Managed care plans (Medical care) -- Economic aspects

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