... managers to realise cost control and cost recovery. © MCB UP Limited 1999 Hospitals Costs Cost Allocation Since the 1980s health services in Europe have been beset by spiralling costs, a growing elderly population and the spread of new technologies. Consequently, all have been taking...

... management systems supported by computer technology. However, the practices explored within this particular study appear to be working well within the new system despite the continuation of traditional approaches. The outcome in the long term remains to be seen. © MCB UP Limited 1993 Cost...

... of balance within the range at local level. Unless there is a rational framework for decision making at both levels, both patients and society itself will suffer from inconsistency, confusion and inequity. © MCB UP Limited 1993 Cost allocation Health care National Health Service Purchasing...