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Does infection control control infections?

¹Department of Internal Medicine, Medical College of Virginia, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, USA.

Schweizerische Medizinische Wochenschrift

|April 26, 2000

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Infection control activities demonstrate a strong return on investment. This data is crucial for healthcare systems focused on cost containment and accountability in managed care.

Area of Science:

Healthcare Management
Infection Prevention
Health Economics

Background:

Managed care environments necessitate rigorous cost containment and accountability.
Effective infection control programs are vital for patient safety and operational efficiency.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the compelling data supporting the return on investment (ROI) of infection control activities.
To underscore the importance of this data in the context of managed care.

Main Methods:

Review of existing literature and data on the financial impact of infection control.
Analysis of cost-benefit assessments for various infection control interventions.

Main Results:

Significant return on investment is demonstrated for infection control initiatives.

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Data supports the financial viability and necessity of robust infection control programs.

Conclusions:

Infection control activities provide a demonstrable return on investment.
Financial justification for infection control is essential for accountability in managed care settings.