Using longitudinal data and deep learning models to enhance resource allocation in home-based medical care.

Journal: International journal of medical informatics
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: The aging population is driving increased healthcare demands and costs, prompting the need for effective home healthcare programs. Accurate patient assessment is essential for optimizing resource allocation and tailoring services.

Authors

  • Ling Chen
    Division of Biostatistics, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, United States.
  • Ching-Po Lin
    Brain Research Center, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan.
  • Chi-Hua Chung
    Institute of Hospital and Health Care Administration, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan.
  • Jason Jiunshiou Lee
    Department of Education and Research, Taipei City Hospital, Taiwan; Department of Family Medicine, Taipei City Hospital Yangming Branch, Taipei, Taiwan; Department of Health and Welfare, University of Taipei, Taiwan; Institute of Public Health, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan; Department of Health Care Management, National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Sciences, Taipei, Taiwan. Electronic address: dak50@tpech.gov.tw.