Dawson, Diane; Jacobs, Rowena; Martin, Steve; Smith, Peter - In: Applied Health Economics and Health Policy 3 (2004) 4, pp. 195-203
In many countries, patient choice is a routine part of the normal healthcare system. However, many choice initiatives in secondary care are part of policies aimed at reducing waiting times. This article provides evidence on the effectiveness of patient choice as a mechanism to reduce waiting...