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Conceptual Model of the Short-Term Financial Impact of Quality Improvement for Outpatient Facilities

- External Environment
affecting...
- Local Economy
- Accreditation Bodies
- Patient Demographics and numbers
- Pay or Mix
- Insurance reimbursement and Incentives
all affecting...
- Internal Environment Budgeting
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