Factors influencing hospital charges for tonsillectomy to treat obstructive sleep apnea in children.
Jonathan M CarninoAmos M MwauraHenry BaylyLindsay R SalvatiIman S IqbalDean G KennedyJessica R LeviPublished in: Sleep & breathing = Schlaf & Atmung (2024)
This study highlights the influence of patient demographics and regional factors on hospital charges for pediatric tonsillectomy in OSA cases. These findings underscore the importance of addressing potential disparities in healthcare access and resource allocation to ensure equitable care for children with OSA. Efforts should be made to promote fair and affordable treatment for all pediatric OSA patients, regardless of their demographic backgrounds.
Keyphrases
- obstructive sleep apnea
- healthcare
- positive airway pressure
- end stage renal disease
- young adults
- quality improvement
- ejection fraction
- chronic kidney disease
- newly diagnosed
- palliative care
- peritoneal dialysis
- acute care
- prognostic factors
- affordable care act
- emergency department
- case report
- adverse drug
- patient reported outcomes
- risk assessment
- health insurance
- health information
- childhood cancer
- patient reported
- electronic health record
- drug induced