Healthcare Quality and Outcomes
Opportunity cost refers to the value of the next best alternative that is foregone when a choice is made. In the context of healthcare economics and quality improvement, understanding opportunity costs helps stakeholders make informed decisions about resource allocation, prioritizing interventions, and evaluating trade-offs in quality improvement initiatives. It highlights the importance of considering not just the financial implications, but also the potential benefits lost from not pursuing other options.
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