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NCT01041014 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Cost Effectiveness of Language Services in Hospital Emergency Departments (EDs)
A NA study of Language Discordance, sponsored by Mathematica Policy Research.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 447
- Enrollment target
- 2
- Study locations
NCT01041014 is a NA study of Language Discordance that has completed, run by Mathematica Policy Research. The registered enrollment target is 447 participants. The trial reports 2 study locations across 1 state.
The verdict
NCT01041014, a NA study of Language Discordance, has completed, sponsored by Mathematica Policy Research.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 447 participants
- Enrollment target
- 2
- Study locations
Study Summary
Numerous studies suggest that the use of in-person, professionally trained medical interpreters can reduce health care costs associated with diagnosing and treating patients with limited English proficiency. However, few studies have specifically addressed the question of the cost-effectiveness of language services in health care settings. This study used a randomized controlled study design to compare the cost-effectiveness of using professional interpreters with Spanish-speaking patients seen in hospital emergency departments (EDs) versus using the usual language services available to these patients. The main goal of the study was to estimate the effect that professional interpreters have on resource utilization and patient/provider satisfaction in the ED compared to the language services usually offered in these settings. Our hypothesis was that use of trained interpreters would lead to more cost-effective provision of ED services.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Professional medical interpreter
Study Locations (2)
New Jersey
- CentraState Healthcare System - Freehold
- Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 447 participants |
| Start Date | 2008-10 |
| Est. Completion | 2010-01 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT01041014
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT01041014 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 447 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Mathematica Policy Research, which has 29 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 1 condition, with Language Discordance appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 1 intervention - of which Professional medical interpreter is the first listed.
NCT01041014 reports 2 study locations spanning 1 distinct geographic area - top geographies include New Jersey.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT01041014 about?
NCT01041014 is a clinical study titled "Cost Effectiveness of Language Services in Hospital Emergency Departments (EDs)". Numerous studies suggest that the use of in-person, professionally trained medical interpreters can reduce health care costs associated with diagnosing and treating patients with limited English proficiency. However, few studies have specifically addressed the question of the cost-effectiveness of l...
What is the current status of trial NCT01041014?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 447 participants. The study started on 2008-10. Estimated completion is 2010-01.
What conditions does trial NCT01041014 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Language Discordance.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT01041014?
The interventions under investigation include: Professional medical interpreter (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT01041014?
This trial is sponsored by Mathematica Policy Research, which has 29 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT01041014 being conducted?
This trial has 2 study locations across New Jersey. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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