Use of queue modelling in the analysis of elective patient treatment governed by a maximum waiting time policy
Maximum waiting time guarantee policies can harm hospital performance. The guarantee reduces resource utilization levels, especially in small specialties. Patient booking, rescheduling and withdrawals are crucial to system performance. Combines Continuous-Time Markov Chain and Discrete Event Simulation approaches. Highlights benefits of the combined use of the two approaches.
queueing waiting time guarantee simulation waiting lists