Comparing the quality and cost of pediatric dental procedures in different care settings
Comparing Quality of Care for Pediatric Dental Procedures Conducted in Ambulatory Surgical Centers and Hospital Outpatient Departments
This study is looking at whether kids who need dental surgery under general anesthesia, especially those with health issues, might get better and cheaper care at special surgery centers instead of hospitals, to help make sure they get the best treatment possible.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rand Corporation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Santa Monica, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10686909 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates whether ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs) provide a more cost-effective and high-quality option for pediatric dental surgeries compared to hospital outpatient departments (HOPDs). It focuses on children who require dental procedures under general anesthesia, particularly those with underlying health conditions. By analyzing data on costs and quality indicators such as timely access to care and safety outcomes, the study aims to identify the best care setting for these vulnerable patients. The findings could help improve access to necessary dental care while ensuring high standards of treatment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children who require dental surgical procedures under general anesthesia, especially those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Not a fit: Patients who do not require surgical dental procedures or those who can receive care in a traditional dental office setting may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more affordable and accessible dental surgical options for children, particularly those with special health care needs.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have indicated that ASCs may offer comparable or superior quality of care for adult and elderly populations, but this research focuses specifically on pediatric patients, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Santa Monica, United States
- Rand Corporation — Santa Monica, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kranz, Ashley — Rand Corporation
- Study coordinator: Kranz, Ashley
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.