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Purchasing palliative care: availability and cost implications

M King1, I Lapsley, S Llewellyn

  • 1Institute of Public Sector Accounting Research (IPSAR), University of Edinburgh.

Health Bulletin
|November 1, 1993
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This study surveyed palliative care availability and cost in Scotland following NHS reforms. Findings inform purchasers about service accessibility within the internal market.

Area of Science:

  • Health Services Research
  • Palliative Care
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • The introduction of the internal market within the National Health Service (NHS) in Scotland prompted a review of service provision.
  • Understanding the availability and cost of palliative care is crucial for effective healthcare planning and delivery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the current availability of palliative care services across Scotland.
  • To determine the costs associated with providing palliative care.
  • To analyze the implications of availability and cost data for healthcare purchasers.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive survey was conducted targeting palliative care providers in Scotland.
  • Data collection focused on service availability and associated financial costs.

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  • Analysis involved evaluating the findings in relation to the internal market structure.

    • Main Results:

    • The survey identified variations in palliative care service availability across different regions of Scotland.
    • Cost data revealed significant financial considerations for the provision and accessibility of these services.
    • The findings highlight challenges for purchasers in securing equitable access to palliative care.

    Conclusions:

    • The internal market structure impacts the availability and cost of palliative care in Scotland.
    • Purchasers require detailed information on service provision to make informed decisions.
    • Further strategies are needed to ensure consistent and accessible palliative care across the nation.