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1 to 1 of 1 Research Studies DisplayedGidengil CA, Linder JA, Hunter G
The volume-quality relationship in antibiotic prescribing: when more isn't better.
The researchers examined the impact of volume on more common medical conditions such as acute respiratory infections (ARIs). They found that higher ARI volume physicians had lower quality across a number of domains, including higher antibiotic prescribing rates, higher broad-spectrum antibiotic prescribing, and lower guideline concordance. When they prescribed an antibiotic for a diagnosis for which an antibiotic may be indicated, they were less likely to prescribe guideline-concordant antibiotics.
AHRQ-funded; HS018419.
Citation: Gidengil CA, Linder JA, Hunter G .
The volume-quality relationship in antibiotic prescribing: when more isn't better.
Inquiry 2015 Feb 10;52. doi: 10.1177/0046958015571130..
Keywords: Quality of Care, Medication, Respiratory Conditions, Guidelines