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Optimization of Epilepsy Program Procedures With Linear Programming

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  • Marc J. Schniederjans

    (University of Nebraska, Lincoln, USA)

  • Deepak Madhavan

    (University of Nebraska Medical Center, USA)

  • Dara G. Schniederjans

    (University of Rhode Island, USA)

Abstract

The goal of comprehensive epilepsy centers (CECs) is to diagnose and treat individuals with epilepsy and other episodic disorders. To do this, epilepsy specialists rely upon electroencephalographic (EEG) techniques. EEG is a central component of CECs, providing critical information for the diagnosis and management of patients with seizure disorders. Additionally, EEG is a critical revenue generator for epilepsy programs, allowing for sustained growth and expansion programs in most institutions. This study uses a linear programming model to determine optimal allocation of EEG resources within a CEC, specifically considering volumes of inpatient routine EEG, outpatient EEG, and inpatient Video-EEG monitoring. The study demonstrates that the most significant contributor to overall revenue to the program was available EEG technologist hours. This finding suggests that CECs should prioritize programs related to increased EEG technologist training, recruitment, and retention to maintain and expand revenue and procedure volume.

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  • Marc J. Schniederjans & Deepak Madhavan & Dara G. Schniederjans, 2020. "Optimization of Epilepsy Program Procedures With Linear Programming," International Journal of Business Analytics (IJBAN), IGI Global, vol. 7(3), pages 1-11, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:igg:jban00:v:7:y:2020:i:3:p:1-11
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