Joint Commission approved multidose eye drop technique saves healthcare dollars

The Joint Commission approved the policy and procedure of multidose eye drops in April 2012, according to a MPR report.

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An article published in JAMA Ophthalmology found the use of multidose eye drops can reduce healthcare costs for providers and patients. The study found:

•    Patients undergoing a single cataract operation saved $283.85
•    Facilities saved $330.91 per cataract case

Click here to read the full study.

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