title: How much does poor quality cost your ED?
abstract: Applying Six Sigma and related methodologies to your operations can uncover hidden opportunities to reduce expenses and improve your bottom line. Calculate the cost of poor quality for all of the major segments of your ED visits. Analyze the data to determine which segments have the highest poor-quality costs and which offer the opportunity for quick "wins." Address the areas of weakness using process improvement techniques such as treatment algorithms and pre-formatted order sheets.
mesh_terms: D003363:Cost Control / Q000379:methods; D004636:Emergency Service, Hospital / Q000191:economics* / Q000592:standards; D017721:Hospital Costs; D006801:Humans; D011787:Quality of Health Care / Q000191:economics*; D014481:United States