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Reactive-proactive: a loss control perspective for healthcare.

G L Bagley1

  • 1Riverside Community Hospital, CA.

Journal of Healthcare Protection Management : Publication of the International Association for Hospital Security
|February 3, 1992
PubMed
Summary

Proactive loss control and prevention programs are the most cost-effective choice for healthcare facilities. Traditional police-based security is inadequate due to rising malpractice and negligence lawsuits.

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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Administration
  • Risk Management
  • Security Management

Background:

  • Healthcare facilities face increasing litigation risks.
  • Traditional security models may not adequately address these risks.
  • The need for specialized loss control strategies is evident.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To advocate for proactive loss control and prevention programs in healthcare.
  • To demonstrate the cost-effectiveness of such programs.
  • To critique the suitability of police-centric security in healthcare settings.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of security and loss control strategies.
  • Discussion of legal trends in healthcare malpractice and negligence.
  • Economic evaluation of different program approaches.

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Main Results:

  • Proactive loss control and prevention programs are identified as the optimal strategy.
  • Police-based security models are deemed inappropriate and potentially detrimental.
  • Cost-effectiveness is a key advantage of proactive programs.

Conclusions:

  • Healthcare facilities should adopt comprehensive, proactive loss control and prevention programs.
  • A shift away from traditional police-like security is necessary.
  • Implementing these programs mitigates risks and improves financial outcomes.