Humana and Mercy Join Forced to Expand Access to Virtual Value-Based Care
Mercy and Humana recently announced that they are going to partner to offer their Medicare Advantage patients access to the telehealth center at Mercy.
February 26, 2021 – Mercy and Humana recently announced that they are going to partner to offer their Medicare Advantage patients access to the telehealth center at Mercy. They will also be implementing a new VBP model for reimbursement.
The key features of the partnership include:
• Mercy Virtual: Members of Humana Medicare Advantage have in-network access to Mercy Virtual. This 24/7 virtual resource provides virtual primary care in the home, as well as other virtual care services.
• Value-Based Care: Humana and Mercy are in a contract that provides care focused on whole-patient care. Mercy physicians are paid by Humana for providing quality care.
Click here to read the full report from Business Wire.
The VBP Blog is a comprehensive resource for all things related to value-based payments. We provide up to date news, informative webinars, and relevant blogs in the VBP sphere to help your organization find success.
Get even more VBP insights on LinkedIn & Twitter
More Trending Topics:
Federal Watchdog Finds Widespread Errors in Medicaid Maternal Health Provider Networks
New federal reports found significant inaccuracies in Medicaid managed care provider directories and network lists, raising concerns about access to maternal health services.
Medicaid Managed Care Now Represents More Than Half of Program Spending
CMS has released new Medicaid eligibility rules requiring certain adults to meet work, education, or community engagement standards to maintain coverage beginning in 2027.
Pennsylvania MLTSS: What the State Gets Right and Where the Model Still Falls Short
Florida’s managed long-term care model offers structure and scale, but the consumer experience depends on how well people can move through screening, eligibility, and enrollment to actually access services.
CMS Issues New Medicaid Work Requirement Rules, Signaling Major Changes for States and Managed Care Plans
CMS has released new Medicaid eligibility rules requiring certain adults to meet work, education, or community engagement standards to maintain coverage beginning in 2027.
Florida’s MLTSS Model: How the State’s Long-Term Care Program Works for Consumers
Florida’s managed long-term care model offers structure and scale, but the consumer experience depends on how well people can move through screening, eligibility, and enrollment to actually access services.
Ohio Suspends Payments to 49 Home Health Providers in Medicaid Fraud Investigation
Ohio has suspended Medicaid payments to 49 home health providers after identifying suspicious billing patterns, marking a major step in the state’s effort to combat fraud and protect taxpayer dollars.
Value Based Care Stories
