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End-of-Life Choices

Trends in end-of-life care show that not only does the care given vary widely from region to region and hospital to hospital, but also patients often don't get the care they prefer. What can be done?

Care Management Puzzle

Chronic diseases and the cost of care are rising. Are disease management programs improving outcomes for patients with complex, chronic conditions?

No Middleman

Under the "direct primary care" model, patients pay a monthly fee for basic medical services. Learn about the history and current landscape of physician practices offering this arrangement.

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

O.C. Official Touts Balanced County Budget Proposal

Orange County Budget Office Director Frank Kim says that the $5.6 billion fiscal year 2012-2013 county budget plan is balanced and free of major cuts. However, he warns that three factors could alter the plan: the overall economy, the state budget crisis and pending lawsuits and claims against the county.



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