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The medical day care program in New Jersey
Home Health Care Services Quarterly
|February 5, 1983
Summary
Medical Day Care, a Title XIX funded service in New Jersey, offers a cost-effective alternative to institutional care. Studies show it serves diverse populations and is significantly less expensive than traditional long-term care options.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Public Health Policy
- Gerontology
Background:
- Medical Day Care (MDC) is an expanding service funded by Title XIX in New Jersey.
- Understanding its operational and financial aspects is crucial for healthcare policy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the growth and regulatory landscape of Medical Day Care in New Jersey.
- To profile the population utilizing MDC services.
- To compare the cost-effectiveness of MDC versus institutional care.
Main Methods:
- Review of licensure requirements by the Department of Health and Medicaid certification standards.
- Analysis of demographic data from 406 participants across six MDC centers.
- Cost analysis of 52 participants over 18 months, comparing MDC costs to institutional care.
Main Results:
- A demographic profile of the 406 MDC participants was established.
- The study identified significant cost savings, with MDC being substantially less expensive than institutional care.
- Analysis covered licensure and Medicaid certification standards.
Conclusions:
- Medical Day Care in New Jersey is a viable, less expensive alternative to institutional care.
- The program serves a defined population and operates under specific health and Medicaid regulations.
- Further research into optimizing MDC services and accessibility is warranted.