Table 1 Characteristics of Respondent Hospitals
Characteristic | Respondents(n = 28) | All Hospitals (n = 78) |
|---|---|---|
Region | Â | Â |
   Boston | 5 | 13 |
   Metrowest | 9 | 16 |
   Northeast/Southeast | 6 | 27 |
   Central/Western | 8 | 22 |
Number of beds | Â | Â |
   ≥300 | 7 | 16 |
   100-299 | 16 | 38 |
   < 100 | 5 | 24 |
Residency training programs | Â | Â |
   Yes | 15 | 21 |
   No | 13 | 57 |
Disproportionate Share Hospital | Â | Â |
   Yes | 5 | 19 |
   No | 23 | 59 |