title: Maximizing resources. 4 microanalysis assessment tool.
abstract: As the consequences of managed care create unstable financial trends and increase competition for health care organizations, it is essential to improve services. The microanalysis assessment tool provides a systematic process that examines resource utilization and helps to develop strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
authors.affiliation: Inpatient Services, Milford-Whitinsville Regional Hospital, Massachusetts, USA.
authors.forename: P A
authors.initials: PA
authors.lastname: Branowicki
authors.forename: H
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Shermont
mesh_terms: D003363:Cost Control; D017598:Efficiency, Organizational; D006801:Humans; D008329:Managed Care Programs / Q000592:standards*; D010043:Outcome and Process Assessment, Health Care / Q000458:organization & administration*; D014600:Utilization Review / Q000458:organization & administration*