Do Hospitalists Cost More Than They Save?

Doctors who specialize in coordinating the care of hospitalized patients are supposed to save money and boost quality. But a new study suggest that may not be the whole story. Patients in their care may be readmitted sooner than those seen by other doctors Read More...

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Posted Aug 03 2011, 09:33 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog