[The BARMER AR procedure as a demand-oriented management system--intermediate-term evaluation and improvements]

The BARMER Ersatzkasse health fund has introduced its own procedure to make medical rehabilitation available immediately after acute care (Anschlussrehabilitation, AR). Regional cooperation among hospitals and rehabilitation clinics, a differentiated service scheme as well as extensive quality management are the main elements of this case management system. Results of the basis documentation after conclusion of the test period are presented and aspects of specific demand are discussed.