Quality Reports - Children's Hospital of Wisconsin Fox Valley Neonatology

Average daily census

Why we measure it - Research shows that physicians and hospitals that treat a large number of patients tend to provide better care and have improved outcomes for treatments and procedures.

2008: 16.3
2007: 13.2
2006: 14.82
2005: 13.55
2004: 13.33
2003: 11.96

What this means - Our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit has had a steady increase in patient volumes.

About the data - The data reflects the average number of babies cared for on a daily basis in the NICU during the given year.

Related dimensions of care:

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Patients/families:

Be an advocate for your child. Participate in daily bedside clinical discussions, and provide any information about your child that may be helpful to staff.
Follow medical instructions fully and carefully.
Ask questions if you don't understand the plan of care or if you are not sure how to care for your child.
Attend any and all follow-up appointments.

If you have questions about this data or information, e-mail us or call (414) 266-6726.