Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council

is an independent state agency responsible for addressing the problem of escalating health costs, ensuring the quality of health care, and increasing access for all citizens regardless of ability to pay.

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Surgical Treatment of Breast Cancer in Pennsylvania 2002-2011

Surgical Treatment of Breast Cancer in Pennsylvania 2002-2011 cover

This new report, released in conjunction with National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, looks at trends in breast cancer surgery during the 10-year period between 2002-2011.

Financial Analysis 2012, Volume One, General Acute Care Hospitals

Financial Analysis 2012, Volume One, General Acute Care Hospitals cover

This report includes statewide data and facility-specific information about the financial health of the Pennsylvania’s general acute care hospitals. The report covers fiscal year 2012, which was from July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012.

Hospital Readmissions in Pennsylvania 2010

Hospitals Readmissions in Pennsylvania 2010 Report cover

This report contains statistics on hospital readmissions in 2010, including statewide and county rates, along with conditions, reasons, and patient characteristics associated with readmissions. The report also looks at Medicare/Medicaid payment data for readmissions.

Potentially Preventable Hospitalizations in Pennsylvania 2010

Potentially Preventable Hospitalizations in Pennsylvania 2010 cover

The report contains statistics on inpatient hospital stays among adult PA residents that might have been avoided with timely and effective outpatient care and disease management.