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Manag Care Interface
; 11(3): 86-93, 1998 Mar.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-10181542
ABSTRACT
The authors present a model that tests the economic value of a new diagnostic test that can identify type A and B influenza. Compared with traditional treatment without trying to objectively differentiate viral from bacterial infection, substantial cost savings may be achieved if diagnostic testing is appropriately utilized in a comprehensive influenza management program.