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Home infusion: Safe, clinically effective, patient preferred, and cost saving
Jennifer M Polinski1, Mary K Kowal1, Michael Gagnon1
1CVS Health, 100 Scenic View Drive #121130, Cumberland, RI 02864, USA.
Healthcare (Amsterdam, Netherlands)
|July 3, 2017
Summary
Home infusion offers safe, effective care that improves patient quality of life and reduces healthcare costs. This approach aligns with the healthcare system
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Comparative Effectiveness Research
- Patient-Centered Care
Background:
- Healthcare systems are transitioning from volume-based to value-based payment models.
- Identifying cost-effective care strategies that enhance patient outcomes is crucial.
- Home infusion therapy is an alternative to traditional medical-setting infusion.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the utility of home infusion compared to medical-setting infusion.
- To assess the impact on care quality, health outcomes, and costs.
Main Methods:
- A systematic review of scientific literature was conducted.
- Searched MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Science Citation Index for relevant studies.
- Included studies focused on safety, clinical effectiveness, quality of life, satisfaction, and costs.
Main Results:
- Home infusion patients experienced similar rates of adverse events compared to medical-setting infusion.
- Clinical outcomes for home infusion were comparable or superior, with reduced hospitalization rates for certain conditions.
- Patients reported significantly higher satisfaction, improved well-being, and less disruption with home infusion.
- Home infusion resulted in substantial cost savings, ranging from $1928 to $2974 per treatment course.
Conclusions:
- Home infusion provides a safe and clinically effective care model.
- It enhances patient quality of life and significantly reduces healthcare expenditures.
- Home infusion is a promising strategy for improving care and lowering costs within the evolving healthcare landscape.
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