The Portuguese NHS 2024 reform: transformation through vertical integration

• Main Authors: Francisco Goiana- (Author), Juliana Sá (Author), Miguel Cabral (Author), Raisa Guedes (Author), Rafael Vasconcelos (Author), João Sarmento (Author), Alexandre Morais Nunes (Author), Rita Moreira (Author), Marisa Miraldo (Author), Hutan Ashrafian (Author), Ara Darzi (Author), Fernando Araújo (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Frontiers Media S.A., 2024-05-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Vertical integration models aim for the integration of services from different levels of care (e.g., primary, and secondary care) with the objective of increasing coordination and continuity of care as well as improving efficiency, quality, and access outcomes. This paper provides a view of the Port...