Plan for CT scanner services

Technical Report · Thu May 01 04:00:00 EDT 1980

OSTI ID:5487263

This study amends the computed tomography (CT) services section of the 1979-84 health systems plan of the Three Rivers Health Systems Agency. The utilization of the existing CT scanners is determined using head equivalent CT studies (HECTS). The conversion values are listed. Need is determined based on demand, utilization, and the minimum standards for utilization set forth in the National Guidelines. Criteria and guidelines for appropriateness review and certificate of need (CON) review are presented in the appendices for each of the health system characteristics. The respective numbers are availability (2 criteria, 2 standards); accessibility (6, 7); cost (3, 7); quality (8, 13); continuity (4, 12); and acceptability (3, 3). The standards include measurable data or specific performance targets. Rationale for these criteria and standards is discussed in the health system section of the study. Pertinent Federal regulations, a glossary of related terms, and a discussion of clinical conditions for which CT is efficacious are included in the appendices. The study defines CT services and discusses the historical background.

• Research Organization: Three Rivers Health Systems Agency, Inc., Columbia, SC (USA)
• OSTI ID: 5487263
• Report Number(s): HRP-0903818/3
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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