New “Making Care Primary Model” Takes Value-Based Payments to Primary Care
A detailed exploration of the Making Care Primary Model, an innovative value-based initiative by CMS aimed at transforming primary care.
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Healthcare Expenditure Per Individual Surpasses $6,000 Milestone
A new study by the Health Care Cost Institute unveils an alarming surge in median per person healthcare spending, surpassing the $6,000 mark in 2021, while illuminating the significant role of geographical location in healthcare expenditures.
Idaho Awards $1.2 billion Contract for MCO to Oversee Behavioral Health But Not Without Controversy
As Idaho State awards a transformative $1.2 billion contract for managing behavioral health services, legal disputes arise. Amid this conflict, what does the future hold for Idaho’s health sector?
CMS Launches New Value-Based Primary Care Pilot in 8 States
CMS aims to advance value-based primary care, especially in rural areas and among underserved populations, with a new pilot project called the Making Care Primary Model.
Value-Based Payments Are Crucial to Improving the Value of U.S. Healthcare
The Commonwealth Fund study indicates that while the U.S. excels in certain aspects of healthcare, there is still much work to be done in terms of access, efficiency, and equity. Value-based payments are a potential solution to reducing healthcare costs and improving health outcomes for consumers.
Home Care – The Next Frontier for Value-Based Payments
As home care costs increase and the industry faces staffing shortages that may affect quality of care, is the home care industry the next frontier for value-based payments?
Does the Expanded HHVBP Model Effect All Home Health Consumers?
The Expanded Home Health VBP model is meant to transform the home health industry. But who does the model actually provide coverage for? Keep reading to learn more about the limits of the HHVBP model and the challenges that the home health care industry is facing.
We’re in Year One for the Expanded Home Health VBP Model – What Does That Mean for Home Health Services?
We are in Performance Year 1 of the Expanded Home Health VBP model, which is meant to transform the home health industry. Will we see an improvement in care and reduction in healthcare costs as CMS predicts?
IDD Managed Care Plans – What has changed in 2023?
IDD Managed Care plans are constantly changing, growing and expanding. We take a look at what is working and who had to go back to the drawing board. Additionally, we dive into Oklahoma’s new program.
Top VBP Blogs from 2022 and What’s New for 2023!
We are launching 2023 off by taking a look at what our readers loved in 2022. Check out the top 3 blogs from 2022 as well as what we have in store for 2023!