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J A Kates, J M Krella, E J Schoen

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    Hospital collaboration is key for affordable access to new medical technologies. Northeastern Pennsylvania hospitals partnered to offer a non-surgical kidney stone treatment, improving patient care and access.

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    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare Management
    • Medical Technology Access
    • Nephrology Services

    Background:

    • Hospitals face pressure to compete, but cooperation is vital for quality care and new technology adoption.
    • Expensive medical innovations necessitate collaborative efforts to ensure patient affordability and access.
    • External consultants and legal counsel are crucial for navigating regulatory processes like Certificate of Need.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe a collaborative model for implementing new medical technology in healthcare.
    • To illustrate how regional cooperation can enhance patient access to advanced treatments.
    • To highlight the benefits of inter-institutional partnerships in providing specialized medical services.

    Main Methods:

    • Hospitals and physicians in northeastern Pennsylvania formed a cooperative network.

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  • The collaboration focused on establishing an alternative to surgical intervention for kidney stone removal.
  • A multi-year process involving planning, feasibility studies, and financial projections was undertaken.

    • Main Results:

    • A successful alternative to surgical kidney stone removal was established through regional collaboration.
    • The initiative created a delivery network including seven facilities (five partners, two fee-for-service).
    • The program demonstrates a viable model for expanding access to specialized, expensive medical treatments.

    Conclusions:

    • Inter-hospital cooperation is essential for making advanced medical technologies accessible and affordable.
    • Collaborative networks can effectively deliver specialized services, such as non-surgical kidney stone treatment.
    • Sustained commitment and continuity in collaborative projects are critical for long-term success.