Journal article
Healthcare Utilization and Costs for Musculoskeletal Disorders in Ontario, Canada
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To examine the magnitude and costs of ambulatory primary care, specialist physician care, and hospital service use for musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) in Canada's largest province, Ontario.
METHODS: Administrative health databases were analyzed for fiscal year 2013-2014 for adults aged ≥ 18 years, including data on physician services, emergency department (ED) visits, and hospitalizations. International Classification of Diseases …
Authors
Power JD; Perruccio AV; Paterson JM; Canizares M; Veillette C; Coyte PC; Badley EM; Mahomed NN; Rampersaud YR
Journal
The Journal of Rheumatology, Vol. 49, No. 7, pp. 740–747
Publisher
The Journal of Rheumatology
Publication Date
7 2022
DOI
10.3899/jrheum.210938
ISSN
0315-162X