All evidence to date reveals that Medicare's prospective payment system has resulted in greatly diminished quality of care for aged patients.

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Studies and data have shown that while the prospective payment system (PPS) introduced by Medicare in 1983 to control costs has changed the way hospitals manage care, there is no conclusive evidence that it has greatly diminished the quality of care for aged patients. The system has led to shorter hospital stays and more efficient use of resources, but quality of care is monitored through various quality improvement programs and measures.

All Evidence to Date Reveals That Medicare's Prospective Payment System