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ED care as primary care
Screenshot.
This individual had over 40 ED visits
to multiple emergency departments
within a 7-month periods.
Options:
—more effective treatment in ED
—more effective care outside of ED
Notes:
Options:
Root cause of the frequent visits, followed by specific interventions to treat this condition.
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