Term: Recent Use Projection Model

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2007-09-26

Definition:

Estimating future needs by looking at recent patterns. Using data from the three most recent fiscal years, utilization projections were made based on the current rate(s) and the assumption that utilization will only change as the distribution of the population changes.

Related terms 

• Combined Projection Model
• Current Use Projection Model

References 

• Frohlich N, De Coster C, Dik N. Estimating Personal Care Home Bed Requirements. Manitoba Centre for Health Policy: Winnipeg, MB, 2002. [Report] [Summary] (View)