Term: Needs Adjustment

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2007-09-26

Definition:

Second stage of Needs Based Allocations takes into account differences in the indicators of need: premature mortality and SES indicators.

Related terms 

• Indicators of Need
• Need For Health Care
• Needs Based Allocations
• Needs Based Approach
• Needs Based Funding
• Needs Based Planning

References 

• Frohlich N, Carriere KC. Issues in Developing Indicators for Needs-Based Funding. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy and Evaluation, 1997. [Report] [Summary] (View)
• Mustard CA, Derksen S. A Needs-Based Funding Methodology for Regional Health Authorities: A Proposed Framework. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy and Evaluation, 1997. [Report] [Summary] (View)