title: Simulation modeling: a powerful tool for process improvement.
abstract: Simulation modeling provides an efficient means of examining the operation of a system under a variety of alternative conditions. This tool can potentially enhance a benchmarking project by providing a means for evaluating proposed modifications to the system or process under study.
authors.affiliation: Health Administration Program, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO 63110, USA. stuart@wubios.wustl.edu
authors.forename: S B
authors.initials: SB
authors.lastname: Boxerman
mesh_terms: D001071:Appointments and Schedules; D003198:Computer Simulation; D006801:Humans; D017146:Models, Organizational; D010044:Outpatient Clinics, Hospital / Q000592:standards / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D017064:Process Assessment, Health Care / Q000458:organization & administration*; D012985:Software Design; D013996:Time and Motion Studies; D017749:Total Quality Management / Q000379:methods*; D014481:United States; D014850:Waiting Lists