Such a focus has led to novel approaches to improve patient care and reduce the need for hospitalization.

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There is a good deal of evidence that this approach results in lower hospitalization rates, better value, lower overall healthcare cost as well as improved patient health.

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As appropriate, providers can refer any patient for an MRI, CT, ER visit, specialist visit, hospitalization or surgery.

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