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Table 5 GPs' experiences (n = 411)

From: Referrals from general practice to consultants in Germany: If the GP is the initiator, patients' experiences are more positive

 

N

(strongly) agree %

I disagree with the referral

22

5%

I have received referral information timely #

318

77%

I am satisfied with the outcomes of the referral #

318

77%

The referral had clear diagnostic benefit #

258

63%

The referral had clear treatment benefit #

202

49%

Patient satisfaction improved #

345

84%

  1. # Items that were included in the scale 'GP experiences" (alpha = 0.8058) Notes. Factor analysis suggests 1 factor without i18, that explains 61% of the variation.