Abstract
The evolution of clinical practice protocols is described within the context of its origins in utilization review and utilization management. Physician concerns and barriers to implementation, as well as the role of the Agency for Health Care Policy and Research (AHCPR) are discussed. An example of competing guidelines from the AHCPR and the American Psychiatric Association is described in detail. The available literature on cost savings related to utilization management and clinical guidelines is reviewed and summarized. With over 1,800 medical practice guidelines catalogued, practice protocols have become ubiquitous and continued research into their cost and impact on quality are needed.
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