Using a Mystery-Caller Approach to Examine Access to Prostate Cancer Care in Philadelphia

Abstract

Mystery-caller methods that reflect real-world referral processes from primary care offices can be used to measure access to specialized cancer care. We observed significant differences in wait times and insurance acceptance between radiation oncology and urology practices.

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