What authority do LHINs have to integrate services in their local areas?
LHINs have the authority to integrate local health services and programs as agreements with providers are negotiated. LHINs dont make integration decisions alone – they work with local health service providers and their communities to identify ways to reduce duplication in the health system and to improve health services in Ontario. LHINs are based on the belief that local management of the health system, through a coordinated and integrated approach, is the most effective way to deliver health care in Ontario. It is not always possible for all health services to be located in every single neighbourhood, especially specialty services; that means that some services may have to be integrated to make them more accessible and efficient for patients. LHINs will only make decisions on improving access to health care services through integration after consulting with patients, their communities and local health service providers.
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