The Impact of Health Status on Health Care Utilization of Children in Foster Care.

Published in: Journal of developmental and behavioral pediatrics : JDBP (2024)

A high percentage of children in foster care had complex chronic health, and these patients used significantly more resources. This study suggests that hospital-based health clinics focused on children in foster care and care coordination may be warranted.

Keyphrases

healthcare
palliative care
quality improvement
public health
end stage renal disease
chronic kidney disease
pain management
primary care
newly diagnosed
ejection fraction
health information
risk assessment
chronic pain
social media
drug induced