[Interfaces in rehabilitation: three models].
Interfaces can cause disruptions in the care provision process. They can, however, also signify a differentiated and specialized division of labour of the care providing system. Three models for the description of interfaces are presented and compared: a linear model oriented towards the continuity of the provision of care for individuals, the Principal Agent (PA) Model from contract theory, and a complex systems model. In all three models coupling and information management are identified as essential interface functions. In regard to optimisation possibilities, the linear model leads to the case-management concept, the PA Model to integrated forms of provision and systems theory to context controlling.
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Forschungsverbund Rehabilitationswissenschaften, Sachsen-Anhalt/Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Halle/Saale. reha-verbund.geschaeftsstelle@medizin.uni-halle.de
Mohs
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Müller
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Nörenberg
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Pannicke
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Robra
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D019090:Case Management; D005858:Germany; D006801:Humans; D016014:Linear Models; D010348:Patient Care Team; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D012046:Rehabilitation; D012943:Social Security; D013597:Systems Analysis