Coordination of care is crucial for several reasons:
1. Improved Patient Outcomes: Effective coordination can lead to better health outcomes by ensuring that patients receive appropriate, timely, and effective care. 2. Enhanced Patient Safety: It helps to minimize medical errors by ensuring all healthcare providers have access to the same information. 3. Patient Satisfaction: Patients are more likely to be satisfied with their care when it is well-coordinated, as it reduces confusion and enhances communication. 4. Cost-Effectiveness: By preventing duplicated tests and procedures, coordination of care can reduce healthcare costs.
